Assaji thera receives Lifetime Achievement Award by Canterbury Christ Church University View(s):In recognition of global spiritual leadership and community service, Canterbury Christ Church University has conferred its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Honour Award upon The Most Venerable Dr Kirinde Assaji, one of Sri Lanka’s most respected Buddhist leaders. The recognition celebrates his decades-long contribution to spiritual leadership, interfaith harmony, education, and community development, both in Sri Lanka and internationally. His broader work continues to focus on community development programmes, agricultural sustainability projects, educational outreach, and environmental awareness initiatives. This recognition by Canterbury Christ Church University reflects the growing global appreciation for leaders who combine spiritual insight with practicalsocietal impact. As Dr Assaji concluded in his speech:“This honour does not belong to me alone.

Source: Sunday Times April 04, 2026 18:49 UTC