LEARN37 & Cybersecurity Event

LEARN37

Cybersecurity Programme & LEARN37

Bringing Sri Lanka's education and research community together to strengthen cybersecurity, collaboration, and digital innovation.

[Date - To be Confirmed]
[Venue - To be Confirmed]
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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About The Event

LEARN37 is part of the Lanka Education And Research Network (LEARN), bringing together representatives from Sri Lanka's education, research, and technology communities.

This year's programme will place a special focus on cybersecurity in education and research, providing an essential platform to discuss emerging cyber threats, institutional preparedness, incident response, practical solutions, and national collaboration.

The programme will also include the official 37th LEARN Meeting for official representatives of LEARN member institutions.

Empowering NRENs

Safeguarding academic networks & data assets across Sri Lanka.

LEARN37 at a Glance

Cybersecurity

Emerging cyber threats, institutional preparedness, and actionable cybersecurity strategies tailored for academic institutions.

LEARN37

The official LEARN Meeting for official representatives and stakeholders of LEARN member institutions.

Knowledge Exchange

Keynotes from experts, industry perspectives, technical working group tracks, and interactive panel discussions.

Main Theme

Strengthening Cybersecurity in Education & Research

Emerging Threats
Institutional Preparedness
Incident Response
Collaboration

Schedule

Programme Agenda

Proposed one-day event structure featuring LEARN37 and parallel technical tracks.

8:30 - 9:00

Registration

Welcome badge pickup & morning arrival

General
9:00 - 9:20

Opening Ceremony

Welcome & Introduction to LEARN37

Plenary Session
9:20 - 10:00

Keynote Address

Cybersecurity in Education & Research Landscape

Keynote
10:00 - 10:15 | Tea / Coffee Break
Networking
10:15 - 12:30 Parallel Tracks
TRACK A
LEARN Annual LEARN Meeting

Dedicated meeting for official representatives of LEARN member institutions.

TRACK B
Cybersecurity / Agri WG / AI WG Sessions

Interactive presentations, research updates, and discussions.

12:30 - 1:30 | Lunch & Networking
Main Hall
1:30 - 3:45

Cybersecurity & Working Group Sessions

Agri Tech (AgroTech) & Generative AI Working Group thematic presentations

Technical Track
3:45 - 4:00 | Tea / Coffee Break
Networking
4:00 - 5:00

Panel Discussion, Sponsor Talk & Closing

Industry panel discussion, partner insights & common closing remarks

Closing Plenary

Innovation & Research

Working Groups & Initiatives

LEARN37 highlights the progress and future directions of LEARN's dedicated communities.

Agriculture Technology (AgroTech) WG

A collaborative platform bringing together agriculture academics, researchers, technology specialists, and institutions to explore digital technologies, AI, IoT, remote sensing, and data platforms in agriculture.

Digital Agriculture IoT & Sensors Data Platforms

Generative AI Working Group

A community focused on the practical and responsible integration of Generative AI in Sri Lankan higher education, research, student services, and institutional administration.

Responsible AI Academic Integration EdTech Innovation
Highlighted Key Topic

Cyber Threat Landscape

Deep dive into understanding emerging cybersecurity threats specifically targeting education and research institutions in Sri Lanka and globally.

Explore Topics

Thought Leaders

Speakers & Experts

LEARN37 brings together cybersecurity leaders, academics, and industry visionaries.

Keynote Speaker

Cybersecurity Specialist

National Cyber Security Center

"Emerging Threat Vectors in Higher Ed"

Academic Specialist

Senior Researcher

LEARN Member Institution

"Institutional Readiness & Resiliency"

AI WG Chair

AI & Data Lead

Generative AI Working Group

"Responsible GenAI Implementation"

AgroTech Lead

Smart Agriculture Expert

AgriTech Working Group

"IoT & Security in Agro-Research"

* Complete list of distinguished keynote speakers and panel delegates to be announced shortly.

Partnership Opportunities

Sponsors & Partners

Engage directly with Sri Lanka's leading academic, research, and technical decision-makers.

Most Prominent

PLATINUM

LKR 1,000,000
  • Speech at main session & working groups
  • Exhibition stall representation
  • Featured promotional video feature
  • Top-tier logo placement & recognition

GOLD

LKR 600,000
  • Speech at working group sessions
  • Exhibition / stall representation
  • Promotional video + LED wall/social
  • Prominent logo & recognition

SILVER

LKR 300,000
  • Speech at working group sessions
  • Promotional video feature
  • Logo placement & recognition

BRONZE

LKR 150,000
  • Promotional video feature
  • Logo placement & recognition

Note: LEARN welcomes both financial and in-kind sponsorships. Packages are a starting point and can be fully customized to align with your organization's objectives.

National NREN

About LEARN (Lanka Education And Research Network)

LEARN is Sri Lanka's National Research and Education Network (NREN), supporting high-speed connectivity, digital services, cross-institutional collaboration, and technology-enabled education and research across the nation.

Event Details Summary

Date
To be confirmed
Venue
To be confirmed
Time
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Format
37th LEARN Meeing & Cybersecurity Programme

Contact Information

For queries regarding institutional participation, sponsorship opportunities, or general inquiries:

LEARN - Lanka Education And Research Network
Event contact: aparna@ops.learn.ac.lk
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