
Avanka FernandoUniversity of Colombo · Department of Sociology
Avanka Fernando
Doctor of Philosophy
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Introduction
Lecturer & Researcher, Department of Sociology, University of Colombo
ORCID iD: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8695-1242
Skills and Expertise
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Education
September 2018 - July 2024
October 2014 - July 2015
University of Cambridge
Field of study
- Sociology
November 2003 - April 2008
Publications
Publications (3)
This research study illustrates that urban development projects create disruption in everyday life-worlds of people. My study focusses on urban communities dispossessed from their homes in waththas (Sinhala term) to government owned, high-rise blocks in Colombo, Sri Lanka. My main research aim investigates processes, relationships and means which a...
Background
Inactivity and sedentary behaviour in older adults adversely impacts physical function, reduces social networks, and could contribute to population healthcare costs. To encourage and support the planning and uptake of physical activity by older adults, it is important to understand what physical activity means to older adults. Therefore,...