Trade Fair
27th, 28th February - 1st March 2025
27th, 28th February - 1st March 2025
The 3rd International Research Symposium on Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IRSIKS) is a prestigious event that brings together academics, researchers, and practitioners from various fields to discuss and share insights on indigenous knowledge systems. As part of this symposium, a trade fair is proposed to complement the academic discussions by showcasing products, services, and innovations that align with the themes of the symposium.
Objectives
- Showcase Indigenous Products and Services: Provide a platform for local and international vendors to display products that highlight indigenous knowledge and traditional practices.
- Promote Cross-Cultural Exchange: Facilitate interactions between participants, exhibitors, and attendees, fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.
- Encourage Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Highlight innovative applications of indigenous knowledge and encourage entrepreneurship within the field.
- Support Sustainable Development: Promote products and services that align with sustainable development goals, particularly in relation to agriculture, healthcare, environmental management, and cultural preservation.
Event Details
- Dates: 27th, 28th February, and 1st March 2025
- Proposed Venue: Siya Suvaya premises
Target Audience:
Academics, researchers, students, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and the general public.
Exhibitor Categories
- Healthcare and Indigenous Medicine: Herbal products, Ayurvedic medicines, traditional healing practices, wellness services.
- Agriculture and Biodiversity: Organic farming products, traditional agricultural tools, seeds, and sustainable farming techniques.
- Cultural Heritage and Crafts: Handicrafts, traditional arts, textiles, and cultural artifacts.
- Environmental Management: Eco-friendly products, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable living innovations.
- Technological Innovations: Technologies that support indigenous practices or are inspired by them.
- Yoga & Hospitality: tourist hotels, wellness centers, yoga practitioners.
Logistics and Organization
- Stall Layout and Design: 10’ x 10’
- Fee: 30,000 LKR for 03 days
- Marketing and Promotion: A robust marketing strategy including social media, local mainstream media coverage, and collaboration with relevant organizations to attract a diverse audience.
- Security and Safety: Ensuring the safety of exhibitors and attendees with proper security arrangements and adherence to local regulations.
Partnerships and Sponsorships
- Collaborations: Partnering with relevant organizations, universities, and government bodies to enhance the reach and impact of the trade fair.
- Sponsorship Opportunities: Offering tailored sponsorship packages for companies and organizations to gain visibility and support the event.
Contact Information
For more information –
Trade fair Coordinator - Dr.Suranga Wewalwala - 0716018107
