We are a multidisciplinary research team dedicated to improving the functional outcomes and quality of life for children with developmental disabilities in low- and middle-income settings. Our work focuses on evidence-based research across childhood developmental disorders, aiming to develop locally appropriate, culturally adapted assessment tools and interventions.

Among our landmark projects, we established the first population-based Cerebral Palsy Register for Sri Lanka, providing the country’s first prevalence estimates of cerebral palsy and informing clinical practice and policy. Another major achievement is the development and validation of the Ragama Early Assessment of Children (REACh) tool, a culturally adapted developmental screening instrument for preschool-aged children, now being implemented nationally.

Through these and other initiatives, our team strives to generate actionable knowledge that supports children, families, and professionals in promoting optimal developmental outcomes.