Sri Lanka Marks International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2025: “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters”
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) marked the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2025 on 13th of October 2025 under the global theme “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters.” The national commemoration was held at the DMC, bringing together policymakers, academics, private sector leaders, and
Building Resilience with Data: DMC Engages Private Sector in Disaster Risk Management
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) recently conducted a workshop on “Statistical & Spatial Data for Disaster Risk Management” for the private sector and partner platforms, with A-PAD SL among the participants. The program aimed to strengthen the role of data in disaster preparedness,
Global Tourism Resilience Day 2025: Building a Stronger Tourism Sector in Sri Lanka with DRR
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to evolve with a focus on preparedness, sustainability, and recovery. On Global Tourism Resilience Day 2025, we highlight the critical need for resilience in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector. As we navigate an era of increasing challenges, building disaster-ready
Educating the Next Generation on Tsunami Preparedness
In commemoration of the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and in alignment with the recommendations of the A-PAD International Symposium 2024, A-PAD SL conducted a tsunami awareness session for the Junior 3 students at the Elizabeth Moir School on the 10th December 2024.
A-PAD SL’s Assessment on Calido Beach’s Ecological and Development Concerns
The coastal landscapes that once stood as symbols of natural beauty are now facing unprecedented threats. At Calido Beach, a critical environmental transformation challenges our understanding of ecological balance. A-PAD Sri Lanka has committed itself to addressing these challenges through comprehensive investigations, including