2026 August 20, Colombo – Sri Lanka is set to host the SEARIC Summit 2026 from 11 to 13 September 2026 at the Pegasus Reef Hotel, marking the first time the country will host the flagship regional gathering of the South East Asia Rotaract Information Centre (SEARIC).
Hosted by Rotaract in Rotary International District 3220 (RID 3220) – Sri Lanka & Maldives, the three-day summit is expected to bring together more than 500 delegates from six countries, creating a regional platform for leadership development, knowledge exchange, cultural understanding and collaboration among young leaders. The South-East Asia Rotaract Information Centre (SEARIC) serves as a regional platform connecting Rotaract districts across South East Asia. It facilitates collaboration, information exchange, cultural understanding and joint initiatives among Rotaractors across the region. The annual SEARIC Summit serves as the network’s flagship gathering, bringing together Rotaractors and Rotarians from participating countries for shared learning, fellowship, cultural exchange and collective growth.
Under the theme “The Role of Technology in the Future of Careers and Services,” SEARIC Summit Sri Lanka 2026 will explore the rapidly changing relationship between technology, careers, leadership and community service. As emerging technologies continue to transform industries and the way people work, the summit will provide a platform for young leaders to examine how technology can be used not only to prepare for the future of work, but also to strengthen the way communities are served. Across three days, delegates will participate in leadership and professional development sessions, discussions, cultural experiences, networking opportunities and community-focused programming, with the central theme reflected throughout the summit programme.
Beyond the Rotaract movement, the event also contributes to Sri Lanka’s broader positioning as a destination for international conferences, youth leadership programmes and regional collaboration. With hundreds of international delegates travelling to the country, the summit provides an opportunity to showcase Sri Lanka’s hospitality, culture and potential as a host destination for future international gatherings. The event further creates a platform for young leaders from across South East Asia to connect with Sri Lankan counterparts, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
With more than 500 delegates expected to gather in Sri Lanka, SEARIC Summit Sri Lanka 2026 is set to become a significant regional platform for youth leadership, technology, professional development and service.
For Rotaract in Sri Lanka, the summit represents more than an international event. It is an opportunity to place Sri Lanka at the centre of regional youth collaboration, strengthen relationships across South East Asia and demonstrate the potential of young people to lead meaningful conversations about the future.
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About Rotaract
Rotaract is a global youth-led movement under Rotary International, dedicated to empowering young people through leadership, service, and fellowship. Founded in 1968, it has grown into one of the world’s most influential youth service organizations. Rotaract was introduced to Sri Lanka in 1969 and has since developed into a vibrant network of more than 85 active clubs, including over 40 institute-based clubs, with a membership exceeding 4,500 Rotaractors. Sri Lanka currently ranks as the 8th largest Rotaract membership base globally and holds the highest average membership per club worldwide, continuing to inspire leadership, innovation, and community impact across the island.
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(Left to Right: District Rotaract Representative of Sri Lanka and Maldives – PHF Rtn. Rtr. PP Dr. Jude Lucian, Chief Executive Officer of Destination Management Sector at John Keells Holdings PLC – Mr. Nalaka Amaratunga, SEARIC Summit Sri Lanka 2026 Chair – PDRR Akhila Wijetunga, Rotary District 3220 Governor of Sri Lanka and Maldives – Rtn. Kumar Sundararaj)