Centre for Migration Research and Development
CMRD Management
Danesh Jayatilaka (PhD, Cmb) - Chairman
Danesh Jayatilaka is a Researcher working on forced migration issues. He has a PhD in economics and masters and bachelor’s degrees in business administration. Danesh has worked with several agencies and research institutions in various capacities for nearly 20 years.
Rajith W. D. Lakshman (PhD, Melb) - Director
Rajith is an economist and a researcher working on a broad range of migration related topics. He has a PhD in economics from the University of Mebourne and over 15 years of post-doctoral research experiece. Rajith has experience working with organizations such as the UNHCR, the ILO, Plan International, the UK home office, COMCEC/OIC performing policy advice work and evaluations.
Senior Prof. K. Amirthalingam (PhD, Cmb) - Director
K. Amirthalingam is a Senior Professor in Economics attached to the Department of Economics, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. He works both as a researcher and development consultant with a special interest in public finance, Sri Lankan economy and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).