Lanka Woman Turns 42

Forty-two years ago, Lanka Woman began its journey with a simple yet powerful vision: to give Sri Lankan women a voice of their own. What started as a modest publication has grown into a trusted companion-one that has chronicled the lives, challenges, triumphs, and transformations of women across generations. Through changing times, shifting social landscapes, and evolving aspirations, Lanka Woman has remained steadfast in its commitment to thoughtful storytelling, meaningful dialogue, and authentic representation.

Words – Sachini Perera

Over the decades, the magazine has been more than just pages bound together-it has been a mirror reflecting women’s lived realities, a platform amplifying unheard voices, and a guide inspiring confidence, resilience, and progress. From personal narratives to professional milestones, from cultural heritage to contemporary concerns, Lanka Woman has stood at the intersection of tradition and change, honouring where we come from while embracing where we are headed. As we celebrate our 42nd anniversary, we pause with gratitude to acknowledge those who have walked this journey with us. The following congratulatory messages come from individuals who have not only witnessed Lanka Woman’s evolution but have also contributed-directly or indirectly-to its enduring relevance and impact.

Congratulations to Lanka Woman on their 42nd anniversary! I have great memories of associating with them from the eighties being featured on a few covers from 1986! They were also a great support during my time at ODEL. All the best for many more years ahead.

- Otara Gunewardene - 
Founder of ODEL, Embark, and Otara Foundation

Warmest congratulations to Lanka Woman Magazine on your 42nd Anniversary. Your continuous dedication to empowering women and celebrating their achievements is truly admirable. Wishing you many more years of success and inspiring service.

- Anusha Hettiarachchi  Hettigoda -
Director,  Premasiri Stores Group of Companies

As Lanka Woman turns another page, our commitment remains unwavering - to empower, inspire, and celebrate you. From timeless beauty rituals to evolving fashion sensibilities and the joy of good food, we continue to be your destination for all things stylish and soulful. Here’s to another year of creativity, confidence, and community. Here’s to you - our reader, our muse, our family. Cheers to beauty, fashion, and flavor - beautifully intertwined. 42 years of dedication and hard work! Congratulations to the Editor and Team at Lanka Woman and here’s to a forever journey with our valued readers!

- Jani Perera -
Managing Director, Grand Export (Pvt) Limited

I’m not a person who wants to go public, most of the time, but Lanka Woman gave me a way to speak to the world about my work. This in turn would affect people like me. In that sense, I thank Lanka Woman. Happy 42nd Anniversary!

- Amendra Haputhanthri -
Director, Sarasavi Bookshop (Pvt) Limited

Heartfelt congratulations to Lanka Woman on its 42nd anniversary. For decades, the magazine has been a trusted voice for women in Sri Lanka, celebrating knowledge, creativity, and empowerment. I am deeply thankful for the encouragement and recognition extended to my work within the floral industry. Wishing the Lanka Woman family many more years of success and inspiration.

- Samitha Wijayasekara -
Managing Director, The Wedding Flowers

As Lanka Woman marks forty-two years of storytelling and service, this milestone is not merely a celebration of longevity, but of purpose. It is a tribute to the visionaries who founded the publication, the dedicated teams who nurtured it through the years, and the readers who have found reflection, reassurance, and inspiration within its pages. Looking ahead, Lanka Woman remains committed to evolving with the times-while staying rooted in its core values of integrity, inclusivity, and empowerment. The journey continues with renewed passion, deeper conversations, and an unwavering belief in the strength of women’s voices. To everyone who has been part of this remarkable story-thank you for your trust, your support, and your belief. Here’s to the chapters already written, and to many more yet to come.