evidence: Harini Nireka Amarasuriya[a] (born 6 March 1970) is a Sri Lankan academic, activist, and politician serving as Prime Minister of Sri Lanka since 2024. She is the third woman to hold this office. [...] Advocacy [edit]Harini Amarasuriya was a prominent figure in Sri Lankan academia, recognized for her research on youth unemployment, feminism, gender inequality, child protection, and the inefficiencies in the education system. She focused on reconciliation and social inclusion to help bridge ethnic, religious and political divides in Sri Lanka, as well as promoting national unity and stability. Additionally, she advocated for gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights, was involved in the Parliamentary Caucus for Animal Welfare, and served on the Board of Directors for the non-governmental organization Nest.[11][12][13][14][excessive citations] [...] Notes [edit]References [edit]- ^ a b Wickramasinghe (February 2022). "Harini Amarasuriya". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 5 October 2024.