The 8^th Annual Scientific Sessions of DiASL was held on 9^th February 2025 at Hilton Colombo Residencies.

The President of DiASL Ms. Amal Firouse and the Council Members welcomed the Guest Speaker, Keynote Speaker, Researchers and members of the association, who are engaged in encouraging people to make informed food choices and develop eating habits that they can follow all year long.

This year’s theme was “Empowering Dietitians: bridging global expertise with local resources for a healthier Sri Lanka”  which encourages consumers to consider local alternatives.

The Keynote Speaker Dr. Renuka Jayatissa, Consultant in Community Medicine (Nutrition Specialist) and Guest Speaker  Mr. Shivashankar Timmanpyati, Senior Dietitian Tata Memorial Hospital Mumbai and Vice President of IAPEN shared valuable insights through their presentations supported by science based decisions using the best available research and evidence.

Other Guest speakers at the sessions included Prof. Anoma Chandrasekera, Prof. Ananda Chandrasekera, Prof. Ranil Jayawardana, Dr. Disna Kumari, Mr. Nilanga Abeysinghe, Mr. Georgian Thye and Ms. Upuli Dahanayake.

The Session provided an opportunity to showcase research findings, to network and discuss the ongoing development of dietetic practice and empower dietitians  to be leaders in the profession.