SLAF CONDUCTS AWARENESS PROGRAMME ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ITS EMERGING CHALLENGES IN THE WORKPLACE
The Sri Lanka Air Force conducted an awareness programme titled “Artificial Intelligence and its Emerging Challenges in the Workplace” for officers at Air Force Headquarters on 28 October 2026 . The programme was initiated by the Directorate of Administration under the guidance of the Director General Administration, Air Vice Marshal Thushara Sirimanne, with the objective of enhancing officers’ awareness of the emerging risks and challenges associated with the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace.
Dr. Sanjana Hattotuwa, a researcher and lecturer holding a PhD in Social Media and Politics from the University of Otago, New Zealand, conducted the programme as the resource person.
The three-hour session covered a range of topics, including the use of AI to improve efficiency and productivity, its application in official and administrative functions, AI-generated content and document fraud, information security and confidentiality, financial accountability, and the responsible and secure use of AI in the workplace. The session also explored digital footprints and the potential long-term consequences of online activities and AI-assisted content generation.
Approximately 70 Officers representing directorates of the Sri Lanka Air Force attended the programme. This session further emphasised the need for responsible AI adoption, the protection of sensitive information and the preservation of the integrity, authenticity and accountability of official processes within the Sri Lanka Air Force.
Dr. Sanjana Hattotuwa, a researcher and lecturer holding a PhD in Social Media and Politics from the University of Otago, New Zealand, conducted the programme as the resource person.
The three-hour session covered a range of topics, including the use of AI to improve efficiency and productivity, its application in official and administrative functions, AI-generated content and document fraud, information security and confidentiality, financial accountability, and the responsible and secure use of AI in the workplace. The session also explored digital footprints and the potential long-term consequences of online activities and AI-assisted content generation.
Approximately 70 Officers representing directorates of the Sri Lanka Air Force attended the programme. This session further emphasised the need for responsible AI adoption, the protection of sensitive information and the preservation of the integrity, authenticity and accountability of official processes within the Sri Lanka Air Force.
