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SQA - Ethics - Presentation CSSL

The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) is the apex body representing IT professionals in Sri Lanka. It was established in 1976 and promotes professionalism in the IT field. CSSL operates by strengthening degree accreditation, providing national recognition for IT professionals, and developing a professional framework for Sri Lankan IT workers. It also publishes materials, holds events, and works to improve members' professional development. Membership benefits include formal recognition, access to knowledge resources, and contributing expertise to policies.
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SQA - Ethics - Presentation CSSL

The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) is the apex body representing IT professionals in Sri Lanka. It was established in 1976 and promotes professionalism in the IT field. CSSL operates by strengthening degree accreditation, providing national recognition for IT professionals, and developing a professional framework for Sri Lankan IT workers. It also publishes materials, holds events, and works to improve members' professional development. Membership benefits include formal recognition, access to knowledge resources, and contributing expertise to policies.
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Role and Functions of Professional IT Body

in
Sri Lanka

Team Members
Shan Rajeevan Presentation – Ethics Module - SQA – HND – Batch 8
Chamoadh Dissanayake Saegis Campus
Savindu Induwara
Shehan Umesh
Imal Gunawardana
Prathap Senadeera
Prenel
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The Presentation
1. Recognizing a prominent Sri Lankan IT body - CSSL
2. The purpose and the existence of CSSL
3. The Operations of the CSSL – Membership, Publications etc
4. How to become a member – CSSL
5. Member benefits

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WHAT IS CSSL
The Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) which was established in 1976
is the apex body representing Information and Communications
Technology (ICT) professionals in Sri Lanka. 
CSSL is a member of following bodies
 South East Asia Regional Computer Confederation (SEARCC)
 International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP)
 Organization for Professional Associations (OPA).

It promotes professionalism among those engaged in the field of ICT,


and maintains the highest professional standards among the
Information and Communication Technology fraternity.

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CSSL Operations
Strengthening the accreditation processes of local computing related
degrees.
Providing support and recognition to IT and ICT professional on national
level.
Development of professionalism framework for Sri Lankan ICT
professionals.
In 2018, Established the first CSSL Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
This is a localized national professional framework for Sri Lankan ICT
professionals.

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CSSL Operations
CSSL Code of Ethics
1. Professionalism That you will work to improve the value and virtue of the
society and respect all its members while protecting the safety, welfare and health
of the community.
2. Professional Development You will always work in your professional interests to
develop your career while also enhancing the professional development of your
colleagues and fellow staff.
3. Added Value to Sri Lanka You will work diligently to strive to enhance the value
of Sri Lanka and its citizens in any possible way and place the interests of your
country above those of personal sectional interests.
4. Honesty Maintain honesty in all dealings and in your representation of
knowledge, skill and services. In addition to that, you are required to strive in order
to protect the public from misinformation and misinterpretation.
5. Competence You will pay meticulous and diligent attention to work competently
for your stakeholders and perform services only in areas of competence.

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How to become a member
Membership given in accordance with Seoul Accord Meeting in
Cambridge, UK 2018.
1. Accredited academic computing programs via application and interview
2. Prepare graduates for professional practice registering as members.
(Applicant via manual or online entry)
Presently
15,000 members 25 Annual Events 30,0000 Training Materials & News
Letters
Ongoing projects – ROAD Map , International Sponsorship
In 2017 organized the biggest ICT conference with 50 countries
participating
Source : [Link]

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Member Benefits
•Being formally recognized as a professional in your field. And titled as MCS SL , ACS SL

•Gaining Professional Status often helps get a more senior and higher paid job.

•Being able to mix with others in your profession both socially and professionally.

•Get support in Lifelong Learning and training.

•Having access to technical knowledge in the form of Tech Talks, text books, online resources, journals and training
courses.

•Being able to contribute your expertise when a new regulation or policy needs to be put together e.g. setting standards

•Being able to promote your field in society.

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CSSL Other Activities
BE VOCAL, ESTABLISH
ACTIVITIES TO ENGAGE AND TO REPRESENT
YOUR PRESENCE AND
Search/NITC 17/IFIP Expand membership growth
COMMUNICATE
CSSL Tech Talks Discuss national matters relating to IT
Develop a new Website
CIO Forum Review public opinions on IT related
Be active on Social Media
CEO Forum matters
Publish regular Newsletter
IT Mastermind
Publish a monthly
IT Blast Members Night
President’s Column
Publish regular Press
DEVELOP THOUGHT GET RECOGNIZED Releases
LEADER & KNOWLEDGE Be certified as a CSSL
PLATFORM Member
Digital Assets UGC
NSSC/ISSC Databases Seoul Accord
Incorporation

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CSSL

275/75, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka


Prof. Stanley Wijesundara Mawatha

info@[Link]
events@[Link]

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Questions & Answers

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Thank You

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