Where innovation begins and future leaders are inspired. VisioNEX nurtures creativity and technological thinking among school students across Sri Lanka, providing a supportive space to experiment, collaborate, and innovate through Inter-School Hackathons.
An Innovative Inter-School Hackathon Competition
VisioNEX is an inter-school hackathon initiative organized by the Digital and Distance Learning - General Education Department of the Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT). The program bridges classroom learning with real-world industry needs by fostering innovation, teamwork, and hands-on problem-solving skills. VisioNEX provides students with an inclusive platform to design and develop practical digital solutions that address real-world challenges.
The competition celebrates the potential of every student ensuring that regardless of background, all participants are empowered to create meaningful and impactful technological solutions.
VisioNEX was founded to bridge the digital divide by providing equitable access to technology education to students across Sri Lanka, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Through team-based hackathons and mentorship, the program promotes digital literacy, innovation and industry-relevant skills.
Collaborative hackathons that build teamwork skills
Hands-on learning experiences with real projects
Encouraging creative problem-solving abilities
The foundation of everything we do at VisioNEX
To build a digitally empowered generation that uses innovation and technology to create a smarter, more inclusive future.
The Digital and Distance Learning - General Education Department of IIT is dedicated to transforming education through innovative digital solutions and inclusive learning programs. Digital and Distance Learning (DDL) Department at IIT
Sessions for O/L & A/L ICT and GIT subjects, plus advanced topics like IoT, AI, cybersecurity, prompt engineering, digital economy and etc. Trainings for IT and non-IT teachers to enhance teaching effectiveness
Career guidance and skill development sessions aligned with current industry trends and future job market demands, led by industry professionals to help students explore ICT and non-ICT career pathways and develop the skills needed for long-term success.
An ICT program for Grades 1–9, providing hands-on software practice, and resources to enhance student learning.
From visionary concept to transformative reality - discover how VisioNEX is reshaping technology education in Sri Lanka
Born from the visionary leadership of Mr. Mohan Fernando, Group CEO of the Informatics Group of Companies, VisioNEX represents a bold commitment to nurturing the next generation of tech innovators. It envisions a future where success is not defined by access to resources, but by creativity, perseverance, and teamwork.
The inaugural edition of VisioNEX brought together seventeen Catholic private schools from Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, and Negombo, marking the beginning of an inspiring journey of discovery and innovation. Over several months, students participated in challenges - from UI/UX design and coding to project presentations.
Through workshops, mentorship sessions, and hackathon events, VisioNEX goes beyond competition. It builds essential 21st-century skills - collaboration, problem-solving, leadership, and digital literacy - while fostering a sense of purpose and confidence among young innovators.
Guided by IIT's expert mentors, students learn to think differently, work as teams, and transform ideas into impactful solutions. They develop hands-on experience in solving real-world problems through technology, gaining skills that go far beyond traditional classroom learning.
Created to bridge the digital divide and empower students with future-ready skills, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where exposure to emerging technologies is limited. VisioNEX makes technology education more accessible, inclusive, and inspiring.
VisioNEX is more than just a hackathon - it is a movement that inspires the next generation of digital leaders. With its motto, 'Next Tech Wizards – Passion for Tech, Vision for Future' the project continues to light the path for tomorrow's innovators.
Be part of the next generation of tech wizards shaping Sri Lanka's digital future. Together, we're building more than code - we're building dreams.