Why it is never too late to start something new

Never too late to start something new

Never too late to start something new: Embracing new beginnings after 50 – A few years ago, Nisha, a 62-year-old retiree decided to start a small bakery out of her kitchen. She’d spent decades as an accountant, crunching numbers, but her heart was always in baking. At an age when most people might settle into […]

Haleon Sri Lanka Championing Women-Friendly Workplaces with Purpose and Impact

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From its origins in the 1930s as Glaxo Laboratories (Cey) Ltd to its evolution into Haleon (formerly GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare), the company has undergone a remarkable transformation anchored by a deep commitment to health and humanity. With trusted household names like Panadol tablets, Panadol for Children syrup, Panadeine, Iodex, ENO, Piriton syrup, Sensodyne, and Corsodyl […]

Brandix: Cultivating a Future Where Women Lead and Thrive

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At Brandix, the vision of a truly inclusive workplace is not merely aspirational, it is a dynamic, evolving reality. The organisation is steadfast in its commitment to creating an environment where women are empowered, nurtured, and given every opportunity to lead, innovate, and thrive holistically. Guided by its Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Accelerator (IDEA) Council, Brandix […]

Empowering women for Growth at HSBC Global Service Centre, Sri Lanka – Balancing Acts and Big Ambitions

At HSBC GSC Sri Lanka, empowering women for success is not an optional initiative but an integral part of the company’s strategic DNA.

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, women often juggle work demands, personal responsibilities, family roles, and community expectations, making it a challenging yet remarkable balancing act. Recognising these dynamics, HSBC Global Service Centre (GSC), Sri Lanka has positioned itself as a leader in organisational inclusivity and employee development. They have pioneered a comprehensive suite of initiatives […]

HNB General Insurance – Leading the Way in Creating a Truly Women-Friendly Workplace in Sri Lanka

HNB General Insurance - Leading the Way in Creating a Truly Women-Friendly Workplace in Sri Lanka

As we celebrate the Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards 2025, among participants this year is HNB General Insurance (HNBGI), whose holistic approach to supporting women at work is a highly commendable initiative in Sri Lanka’s corporate world. More than a subsidiary of the HNB Group delivering insurance services islandwide, HNBGI is redefining what it means to be a women-friendly […]

Driving Inclusion And Empowerment: CTC’s Holistic Approach To Women’s Advancement Within And Beyond The Organization

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Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC (CTC), being a renowned corporate pillar in the Sri Lankan economy, continues to uphold its reputation as a women-friendly organization deeply committed to gender empowerment and workplace inclusion. As one of the country’s most valuable companies and the single largest contributor to government tax revenue, CTC leverages its influential position to […]

Awareness is Key to Overcoming Period Poverty among Young People

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As a teacher involved in several initiatives to overcome period poverty undertaken in schools, Mrs Buddhimathi Hettiarachchi a Teacher with Sir John Kotelawala Maha Vidyalaya in Piliyandala says that awareness and education is key to overcoming period poverty in Sri Lanka. Period poverty is still a big problem in Sri Lanka. Many girls do not […]

The Impact of Posture on Long-Term Health – How to Improve Your Posture

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Good posture is a key area of our well- being – especially in today’s context when many of us spend time slouched over our digital screens. Poor posture can cause several physical issues such as chronic pain and reduced mobility. In contrast, proper posture will promote quality of life, boost confidence and enhance over-all wellbeing. […]

At Union Bank, gender equality isn’t just a goal — it’s our reality.

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In today’s fast-evolving corporate landscape, the most successful organizations are those that recognize and embrace diversity—not just as a value, but as a strategic imperative. Union Bank has consistently demonstrated that empowering women is not only a matter of ethics or equity but a catalyst for innovation, resilience, and sustainable growth. As a women-friendly workplace, […]

Timeless Attraction of Clay Pot Cooking: Why Return to Earth ware?

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In a world where technological advancements define modern kitchens, the simple clay pot may appear to be something left behind in history. However, throughout cultures and geographies, from Sri Lanka’s and Asia’s traditional kitchens to households around the globe earth ware has long persisted throughout the centuries. Far from being a primitive method of cooking, […]