THE BRITISH SRI LANKAN ASSOCIATION (BRISLA) had much to celebrate at their annual Awards Ceremony held on 20th October 2023 at London’s Caledonian Club. Established eight years ago by Chair, Dr Zimar Sivardeen, The BRISLA Awards were set up to recognise the achievements, hard work and the professionalism of individuals and organisations who are seen … Continue reading British Sri Lankans Celebrate Future Leaders In Awards Ceremony
British Sri Lankan Association celebrates a new cohort of visionaries British Sri Lankan Association (BRISLA) – a non-party political organisation – was delighted to hold their annual awards evening that was postponed last year due to the pandemic. Taking place in the City of Westminster, London, BRISLA Awards 2021 formally recognised the hard work and … Continue reading British Sri Lankan Association celebrates a new cohort of visionaries
The British Sri Lankan Association (BRISLA) supporting the Sri Lankan community in the United Kingdom is delighted to announce the 2020 BRISLA Award winners. Dr Zimar Sivardeen, Chair of the not-for-profit, non party political organisation set up the awards scheme six years ago to recognise the hard work and dedication of individuals and organisations who embody … Continue reading Visionary role models recognised at BRISLA Awards 2020
In times of crisis residents in the UK reach for a cup of tea. More than ever our wellbeing is paramount as we face some of the most challenging times of this century. The British Sri Lankan community in the UK with the luxury Ceylon Tea organisation Basilur Tea (UK) are trying to offer some … Continue reading Expressing appreciation and our gratitude to the NHS
BRISLA who are supporting the British Sri Lankan community in the UK is appealing to the next generation of role models to enter the 2020 BRISLA (British Sri Lankan Association) Awards. Returning for a 6th year, the Awards honour the hard work and dedication of individuals and organisations that embody BRISLA’s mission to achieve a … Continue reading BRISLA Awards 2020 – Diversity and unity awards seek the next generation of role models
BRISLA (The British Sri Lankan Association) hosted this year’s annual BRISLA Awards event on the Saturday 19th October 2019 in Westminster close to Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. This event brings the best minds and the most passionate individuals who will play an ever-increasing role in promoting unity and celebrating diversity. Says Dr. Zimar Sivardeen, … Continue reading BRISLA Awards 2019 – Winners Announced
We’re excited to announce the BRISLA Awards 2019 will be taking place at the Conrad Hotel.
Rev John Whitaker, Jason Kouchak and Dr Zimar Sivardeen In May, BRISLA organised the Performance for Peace: Reflections and Prayer in Unity and Hope at St Mary’s Church, Putney following the tragic events in Easter in Sri Lanka. The event, organised in co-ordination with leading international musician Jason Kouchak and friends, provided an environment to … Continue reading Performance for Peace – Reflections and Prayer in Unity and Hope
We express our sadness at the acts of barbarity in Sri Lanka during the holy Easter Sunday. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to all those affected; worshippers of Christian faith during the holy Easter weekend, and individuals and families – both local and from overseas, who lost their lives. Our … Continue reading Message from BRISLA following the tragic Easter Sunday events in Sri Lanka
The BRISLA Awards celebrates local champions who embody BRISLA’s mission to achieve a cohesive, fair and prosperous society. Those shortlisted ahead of the evening were able to demonstrate to BRISLA how they had excelled in this quest and rightly earned their right to attend the prestigious awards thanks to their fantastic work within their own … Continue reading BRISLA Awards 2018 – Winners Announced
