The Social Scientists' Association (SSA) is a leading research institute in Sri Lanka dedicated to fostering social change through rigorous research, publications, and advocacy. Established with a vision for an equitable society, the SSA actively engages scholars and practitioners on critical issues related to human rights, socio-economic justice, and democratic governance. Offering a range of publications including Polity, an English-language magazine focusing on democratic awareness and social justice, and Pravada, a Sinhala publication for creative discourse in social sciences, SSA is committed to enriching public dialogue.

Their thematic areas cover key subjects such as democracy, political economy, gender, and youth, while ongoing events like the Political Economy Lecture Series aim to deepen understanding of these complex issues. The SSA also undertakes significant research initiatives, such as the recent survey Youth as a Catalyst for Change, which aims to enhance political literacy and participation among youth in Sri Lanka. Through this multifaceted approach, the SSA champions knowledge production as a means to empower marginalized communities and drive sustainable change