The Saegis International Research Conference (SIRC) 2026 was successfully held on 30 July 2026 at Saegis Campus, bringing together researchers, academics and scholars from various disciplines and institutions to share knowledge, present contemporary research, and engage in meaningful scholarly dialogue.

A key highlight of the conference was the Keynote Address delivered by Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunga, which provided an insightful academic perspective and set the intellectual tone for the conference. The programme also featured a Plenary Panel Discussion involving distinguished academics from Sri Lanka and India. The panel comprised Professor Dr. Seema Sharma of Assam down town University, India; Professor Rangana Shalika of Sabaragamuwa University; Professor Lasith Gunawardana of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura; and Dr. Romola Rassol of PGIE, The Open University of Sri Lanka, with the discussion moderated by Mr. R. M. Wijewardhana of the University of Ruhuna.

The SIRC 2026 Conference Proceedings booklet has been published online, providing a formal scholarly record of the research presented at the conference held on 30 July 2026. The proceedings feature research papers selected through a double-blind peer-review process, reflecting the multidisciplinary scope and academic quality of the conference. With an ISSN, the proceedings represent an important contribution to the dissemination and visibility of research undertaken by local and international scholars. The publication also strengthens the research profile of Saegis Campus and provides a valuable academic resource for researchers, academics and students. Selected papers are further considered for publication in the Saegis Multidisciplinary Journal.

The conference further strengthened the international academic partnerships of Saegis Campus through collaboration with Canterbury Christ Church University, UK, and Assam down town University, India. It also provided an important platform for research dissemination, academic networking, and future collaborative research.

SIRC 2026 marked a significant milestone in the continuing development of the research culture, academic excellence, and international scholarly engagement of Saegis Campus.