35th Board of Management Meeting of RPSL Consortium (Guarantee) Limited

Summary of the 35th Board of Management Meeting of RPSL Consortium (Guarantee) Limited

Date: Wednesday, 23rd October 2025
Time: 4.30 p.m.
Venue: CSHR, Faculty of Law, University of Colombo

Attendance

Members Present

1. Mr. Shabry Haleemdeen – President
2. Dr. Shamila Dawood – Secretary General
3. Mr. M. H. M. Saifdeen – Vice President / Patron
4. Mr. Wazeer Muhktar – Vice President
5. Mr. M. A. M. Hakeem – Vice President
6. Ms. M. N. M. Munawwara – Treasurer
7. Ms. Shanaz Hakeem – Assistant Secretary General
8. Dr. Ghefari Dulapandan – Deputy Treasurer
9. Mr. Shiraz Latiff – Member
10. Dr. Ali Ahlam Nawaz – Member
11. Mr. Shiraz Fouz – Member
12. Mr. Shimak Noufer – Member
13. Ms. Risla Ashraff – Secretarial Assistant, BOM

Meeting Summary

The 35th Board of Management (BOM) Meeting of RPSL Consortium (Guarantee) Limited was held under the chairmanship of the President, Mr. Shabry Haleemdeen. The meeting began with a collective recitation, followed by the formal call to order. A majority of members were in attendance, showing their continued dedication and active involvement in the Consortium’s initiatives.

The President warmly welcomed all members and expressed appreciation for their ongoing support and contributions toward the progress of RPSL Consortium (Guarantee) Limited.

The minutes of the 34th Board of Management Meeting were reviewed, with several amendments proposed and approved. Discussions arising from the minutes focused on project recommendations, sectoral planning, and organizational improvement.

The Board emphasized the need to identify specific sectors for project implementation, ensuring a more strategic and results-oriented approach. It also discussed the empowerment and reconstitution of working and sectoral committees to improve efficiency and teamwork.

Attention was given to updating the official website and social media platforms to enhance visibility and outreach, and to the documentation and regular updating of the membership list for improved transparency and recordkeeping.

The meeting reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to upholding the principles of the RPSS statement, especially concerning national eligibility and representation. Several projects were also presented and appreciated for their relevance and impact.

Importantly, the meeting marked the joining of two new members to the Board of Management:

Mr. Shimak Noufer, Director – UDT, and

Mr. Shiraz Fauz, Chairman – Working Committee of the RPSL Consortium.

Their inclusion was warmly welcomed, recognizing the valuable experience and leadership they bring to the organization.

Gratitude is extended to Mr. Hakeem Abubackar for providing the venue and to Mr. Shiraz Lathiff for providing the refreshments.

The meeting concluded on a positive and collaborative note, with all members reaffirming their shared commitment toward the continued growth, unity, and success of RPSL Consortium (Guarantee) Limited.

Prepared by:
Ms. Rizla Ashraff
Secretarial Assistant – Board of Management