Annual General Meeting 2026
UpcomingJoin us for the SLGS Annual General Meeting, starting at 6.00 p.m. Scan the QR code on the poster to register.
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Affiliated with UMSU & GSA at University of Melbourne
Sri Lankan Graduates’ Society
A community-driven postgraduate society at the University of Melbourne supporting Sri Lankan graduate students through cultural events, networking, wellbeing initiatives, and advocacy.
Culture & heritage
Charity & service
Networks & mentorship
Wellbeing & welfare
Who We Are
The Sri Lankan Graduates’ Society (SLGS) is a postgraduate society affiliated with UMSU & GSA at the University of Melbourne, Australia.
Our Vision
To foster a safe and inclusive environment and to provide a memorable and inspirational experience to Sri Lankan graduate students at the University of Melbourne.
Our Mission
To represent the Sri Lankan graduate student cohort of University of Melbourne by providing support to incoming and current students, building social-cultural bonds, facilitating leadership development, and encouraging student growth.
What We Offer
SLGS works with the University of Melbourne to provide services that uplift academic, social, and professional life.
Advocacy & Welfare
Support for Sri Lankan graduate students studying at the University of Melbourne.
Cultural Activities
Introducing Sri Lankan culture and heritage to the wider multicultural university community.
Charity & Community Service
Events that aim to help both Sri Lanka and the University of Melbourne community.
Student Growth
Motivating Sri Lankan students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Melbourne.
Professional & Academic Networks
Building meaningful connections across faculties through events and collaboration.
Leadership Development
Opportunities to contribute, lead initiatives, and grow within a supportive community.
Events
Cultural celebrations, sport, social nights and charity events throughout the year. Here’s what’s coming up next.
Scholarships
SLGS runs an annual scholarship program to financially assist Sri Lankan undergraduate students to pursue their academic endeavours.
Objective
Funds raised by SLGS support Sri Lankan undergraduates, with a goal to offer more scholarships in the future.
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Scholarships currently offered
Rs. 120,000
Value of the scholarships
12 months
Paid monthly for one year
How to Contribute
Every contribution helps a Sri Lankan student continue their studies. If you would like to contribute, contact us by email.
slgsunimelb@gmail.comTeam
Meet our committee for 2025/26.
How to Join
SLGS is affiliated with the University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU). Members are required to renew membership on the UMSU website.
Join in 4 Steps
Complete your membership through the UMSU portal in just a few minutes.
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Open the SLGS Page on UMSU Use the Join button to start your membership.
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Sign In or Create a Guest Account Use your UniMelb credentials or create a Guest profile.
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Add Membership to Basket Confirm the SLGS membership selection before checkout.
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Checkout and Confirm Finish the checkout to activate your membership.
Whether you’re a postgraduate student or a member of staff, we’d love to have you with us. Come grow, connect, and celebrate together, all year round.