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Ms. Chaga Mahingoda
Instructor
Faculty of Humanities & Sciences | School of Law
Career Summary
Intern • 2021
Legalite - Legal Consultancy Services • Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
Research Assistant • 2022 - 2023
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology • Malabe, Sri Lanka
Key Investigator: Dr. Kushanthi Harasgama
Research Assistant • 2023
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology • Malabe, Sri Lanka
Key Investigator: Prof. Naganathan Selvakkumaran
Academic Instructor • 2023 - ongoing
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology • Malabe, Sri Lanka
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
LLB(Hons) • 2018 - 2021
LL.B. (UPPER SECOND CLASS HONS) provided by SLIIT in partnership with Liverpool John Moors University - (Batch top - 2021)
MPhil leading to PhD • 2022
- 2024
University of Colombo, Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Research titled ‘Navigating the Nexus: Combating Cybersex Trafficking in Sri Lanka’
Internal Supervisor – Dr. Kaushalya Ariyarathne, Academic Coordinator/ Lecturer, Asia Pacific MHRD at University of Colombo.
External Supervisor – Dr. Kushanthi Harasgama, Assistant Professor, School of Law, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology.
Attorney at law • 2022 - onwards
The Incorporated Council of Legal Education (Sri Lanka Law Collage). Preliminary Year – Completed
Certification
Lexis+ UK Legal Research foundation certification • 2023
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Lexis+ UK Practical Guidance certification • 2023
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Lexis+ UK Legal Research advanced certification • 2023
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HONOURS AND AWARDS
Best paper award for research on “Combatting Human Trafficking in South Asia: Legal Strategies and Regional Cooperation” at the SOUTH ASIAN POSTGRADUATE LAW CONFERENCE 2023 [SAPLawC '23] 27th and 28th November 2023
Research Interests and Memberships
Research Interests
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Ongoing Research
Research titled ‘Navigating the Nexus: Combating Cybersex Trafficking in Sri Lanka’
Internal Supervisor – Dr. Kaushalya Ariyarathne, Academic Coordinator/ Lecturer, Asia Pacific MHRD at University of Colombo.
External Supervisor – Dr. Kushanthi Harasgama, Assistant Professor, School of Law, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology.
My Publications
Journal Publications
- Harasgama, K., Mahingoda, C. B., & Jayamaha, S. " "Formulating an Effective Law on Cyberstalking: A Comparative Legal Analysis." " Journal of National Law University Delhi (JNLUD), vol.9, 2024, pp.2277-4017,
- Harasgama, K., Mahingoda, C. B., & Jayamaha, S. " "Applicability of Civil Remedies in Redressing the Victims of Online Harassment." " SLIIT Journal – SJHS, vol.3, Issue 2, 2023, pp.32-45,
- Mahingoda, C. B. " "Should UK have a Codified Constitution? " " SLIIT Journal – SJHS, vol.3, Issue 2, 2023, pp.58-74,
- Mahingoda, C. B. " Challenges and Frontiers in Intellectual Property Rights Amidst the Rise of Artificial Intelligence. " SLIIT Journal – SJHS, 4(1 & 2), Not Published,
Conference Proceedings
- Mahingoda, C. B. The Doctrine of Confidential Information and Privacy in the United Kingdom & Sri Lanka. in SLIIT International Conference on Advancement in Sciences & Humanities (SICASH 2021)., year 2021,
- Mahingoda, C. B. UK Constitution: Should it be Codified. in SLIIT International Conference on Advancement in Sciences & Humanities (SICASH 2022)., year 2022, Mahingoda, C. B. ,
- Harasgama, K., Mahingoda, C. B., & Jayamaha, S. Fighting Online Harassment: A Comparative Analysis of the Different Approaches. in Diamond Jubilee International Research Conference 2022, Faculty of Law, University of Colombo., year 2022,
- Mahingoda, C. B. Exploring the Role of Judicial Activism in Advancing LGBT Rights: Lessons for Sri Lanka from Beyond. in International Conference on the Law & the Contemporary Trends., year 2023,
- Harasgama, K., Mahingoda, C. B., & Jayamaha, S. Gender Bias on Social Media: A Thematic Analysis of Reactions to Social Media Posts of Male and Female Celebrities in Sri Lanka. in Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference on Women, August 11-12, 2023, Colombo, Sri Lanka., year 2023,
- Mahingoda, C. B. Combatting Human Trafficking in South Asia: Legal Strategies and Regional Cooperation. in aper presented at the South Asian Postgraduate Law Conference 2023 (SAPLawC '23), November 27-28, year 2023,
- Mahingoda, C. B. Intellectual Property Rights in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Navigating the Challenges and Expanding the Boundaries. in SLIIT International Conference on Advancement in Sciences & Humanities (SICASH 2023)., year 2023,
- Mahingoda, C. B., Harasgama, K., & Jayamaha, S. The Implications and Implementation of Sri Lanka's Data Protection Act: Safeguarding Privacy in the Digital Age. in 7th International Conference on “‘Digitalization and Sustainability: Building Resilience & Inclusivity", year 2024,
- Mahingoda, C. B., Harasgama, K., & Jayamaha, S. “Comparative Analysis of Cyber Harassment Policies: Lessons for Sri Lanka’s Digital Landscape” in Annual Research Conference 2023 - FGS, UOC, year 2024,
Journal Publications Under Review
- Harasgama, K., Mahingoda, C. B., & Jayamaha, S. " Applicability of Hate Speech Laws to Online Harassment. " Under Review
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