Let’s learn what is unknown to us. Let us correct our mistakes. Excellent attitude, Knowledge, understanding of your skills will constitute a healthy Society.
Continuing the spread of awareness among communities on disaster preparedness and mitigation, A-PAD Sri Lanka with private sector stakeholders in Jaffna created family oriented disaster risk awareness posters. These stickers entail information based on emergency contact numbers, emergency “grab-bag” and the Do’s and Don’ts in case of calamities. Over 2000
Disaster Preparedness for School Children – Trincomalee
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), preparedness, planning and mitigation are identified as key components in creating a resilient community. Thus, starting off with enlightening the younger generation of our society, A-PAD Sri Lanka took on educating school children on being vigilant and prepared to face day-to-day situations as during disaster stricken times.
Drought, Flood & Climate Change in Sri Lanka and the Business Sector – A Partnership between A-PAD Sri Lanka & World Food Program (WFP)
Disasters and fluctuating climatic conditions during the past decade have been significantly on the rise, especially in Sri Lanka. Thus, causing significant damage to the over-all development of Sri Lanka and particularly the business entity, which faced a 90% loss (Source: PDNA 2016). Recurring calamities have now become private sector’s
Capacity Building And Skill Development for A-PAD SAR Team
The Search and Rescue team of A-PAD Sri Lanka underwent an outbound skill enhancement and confidence building training in partnership with Silver Eagle Adventures. Rescue team members ranging from Sri Lanka Life Saving, Ironman 4×4, Lion Brewery Pvt Ltd, Seals Volunteer Emergency Response Team (SVERT) along with individual volunteers underwent this comprehensive training
Naval 4RS Rescue Team Simulation Exercise – Flood & Landslide
The Rapid Action Boat Squadron (RABS) of Sri Lanka Navy formulated a training program to train naval personnel in emergency response within its institution. The final exercise of this course recently underwent at Gangewadiya, Puttalam where stakeholders from DMC, International Military and A-PAD gathered to witness the efforts of the