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Item Enhancing Information Literacy Skills Among Rural Communities in Sri Lanka: A Case Study(2024) Silva, M.R.; Perera, A.K.This research paper investigates the current state of information literacy among rural communities in Sri Lanka. It proposes a strategic framework based on the 'Empowering 8' model to bridge the information gap and improve community-led decision-making.Item From Agricultural to Information Society: The Transformation of Knowledge Structures(2022) Wijesinghe , PremaA comprehensive historical analysis of how human societies transitioned from agrarian and industrial setups into the modern information society. It highlights the shifting value of knowledge as a primary economic and social resource.Item Impact of Changing Gender Roles on Family Issues(2026) Dilshani, NThis study examines family issues arising from changing gender roles in contemporary society. It discusses the impact of women's educational and occupational advancement, economic independence, and social transformations on family relationships, authority structures, and marital stability. The study further analyzes leadership conflicts, economic tensions, role conflicts, and family instability resulting from changing gender expectations.Item Information Ethics in the Age of Social Media: Misinformation and Its Impact on Social Cohesion(2023) Fernando, SanduniThis paper explores the ethical dimensions of information dissemination on social media platforms. It addresses the challenges of fake news, algorithmic bias, and the responsibility of information professionals in promoting media literacy to ensure social cohesion. Type:** Conference PaperItem The Digital Divide and Social Stratification: Impact of ICT on Low-Income Urban Households(2025) Jayasekara, BThis thesis analyzes how unequal access to Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) reinforces existing social stratification in urban areas. It examines the concepts of information poverty and digital exclusion among marginalized groups.