The Lotus of Hope - Charity Ball
Break the Silence, Heal the Mind
The Sri Lanka Medical Association of North America will be holding our Biennial Fundraising Ball on Saturday, November 8th, 2025. This special day is being organized in support of a vital cause.
The morning will feature a Scientific Session, bringing together professionals for knowledge sharing and collaboration. This will be followed in the evening by the Fundraising Ball and Dance, a celebration in support of mental health initiatives in Sri Lanka.
This year’s fundraising will benefit mental health programs, including the development of TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) services at the National Hospital.
We hope you will join us for an unforgettable day and evening, and lend your support to this important effort. Your presence and generosity would mean a great deal to us and to those we aim to serve.
Warm regards,
Tarique Perera, MD
President, SLMANA
Dharshyni Peries – Seneviratne and Ylone Shamistra Nadarajah
Co Chairs, Dance Committee
Learn About TMS
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a safe, non-invasive treatment that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
FDA-approved for depression in adults and teens, and for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in adults, TMS is like “physical therapy” for your brain, helping reset and strengthen natural brain activity patterns.
Unlike medication, which affects the entire body, TMS targets only the brain circuits that are out of balance, offering a breakthrough for those who haven’t found relief with medication alone. Treatment is conducted under the care of experienced medical professionals who customize it to each individual’s needs.
A SLMANA Initiative to Transform Mental Healthcare
Sri Lanka is facing a mental health crisis. Many individuals with severe depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric conditions are left without effective treatment after exhausting traditional options.
To address this urgent need, the Sri Lanka Medical Association North America (SLMANA) is launching a groundbreaking initiative to bring Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy to Sri Lanka.
What Makes Our Team Uniquely Qualified
TMS is not just about technology, it requires exceptional expertise, precision, and understanding of brain stimulation protocols. That’s why this initiative is led by Dr. Tarique Perera, one of the world’s foremost authorities on TMS.
Dr. Tarique Perera – Leading the Initiative
- Global TMS Pioneer: Founding President of the Clinical TMS Society
- Author of National TMS Guidelines: Established the standards used worldwide
- Columbia University Experience: Trained and taught TMS at one of America’s premier medical institutions
- Unmatched Clinical Experience: Has treated more TMS patients than virtually any other practice globally
- International Recognition: Known as “the face of TMS worldwide”
Our Approach and Commitment
This initiative goes far beyond simply delivering machines. We are building a comprehensive, sustainable ecosystem for mental healthcare in Sri Lanka.
Training & Education Program
- In-depth training for Sri Lankan healthcare providers
- Ongoing supervision and mentorship
- Evidence-based, locally tailored treatment protocols
- Continuous education to ensure global standards
Sustainable Healthcare Impact
- Long-term partnership through SLMANA
- Regular on-site visits and remote consultation
- Building a network of trained professionals to serve the entire country
- Creating a model of care for other developing nations
Together, we’re bridging the gap between cutting-edge American psychiatric care and the people of Sri Lanka who need it most.
Sponsorship
Join as a sponsor supports our mission to deliver life-changing mental health treatments to Sri Lanka.
By sponsoring this initiative, you’re helping bring hope, healing and dignity to countless individuals and building a future where mental health care is accessible to all.
Why Become a Sponsor?
- Align your name with a life-changing initiative supporting advanced treatment for mental
health in Sri Lanka. - Showcase your commitment to global health and social responsibility.
Platinum Sponsor – $10,000
- Premier recognition on stage, event banners and promotional materials
- Full-page ad in the Journal
- Logo featured on website and social media
Gold Sponsor – $5,000
- Logo placement on event signage and printed materials
- Full-page ad in the Souvenir Journal
- Recognition during the program
Silver Sponsor – $2,500
- Logo on website and event program
- Full-page ad in the Souvenir Journal
Bronze Sponsor – $1,250
- Name listing in event program and website
- Full-page ad in the Souvenir Journal
Scientific Session Sponsorship
Join us in making a difference through the SLMANA Scientific Session, part of the Lotus of Hope initiative.
Info & Tickets
Reserve your tickets today and join us in making a difference – together. Tickets can also be purchased conveniently online.
If you are joining us from out of town, or simply prefer to stay overnight, we’ve arranged a special discounted rate of $209 at The Hilton. Please use the link below to book your stay. Reservations must be completed by November 7, 2025.
- Tarique: 203.482.0667
- Trika: 917.579.0593
- Krishni: 609.941.2580
- Savitri: 201.569.1394
- Selva: 201.315.2914
- Malik: 973.535.1982
- Takshan: 201.446.0067
- Darshi: 201.306.2080
- Shamis / Ylone: 201.602.6540
- Wije: 908.705.5444
- Milinda: 917.622.6608
- Sanjeev: 917.667.4553
Journal Advertising
Be Part of Something Bigger!
One of the highlights of this event will be the Souvenir Journal, a keepsake publication
distributed to all guests.
Why Advertise?
- Reach an audience of healthcare leaders, professionals, and community supporters.
- Showcase your business, share a congratulatory message, or honor loved ones.
- Be recognized as part of a humanitarian effort that funds advanced mental health
treatment technology in Sri Lanka.
- Camera-ready artwork preferred (PDF, PSD or high-resolution JPG).
- Deadline for submission: October 15, 2025.
Sponsorship Levels
Back Cover – $5,000 [SOLD]
Inside Front Cover – $2,500 [SOLD]
Inside Back Cover – $2,500
Full Page – $1,000
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