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Jun 23, 2022

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Empowering the Next Generation! 💪🫁 A-PAD SL,

Empowering the Next Generation! 💪🫁
A-PAD SL, in partnership with Sri Lanka Life Saving, brings life-saving CPR training to the students of University of Colombo, Faculty of Arts.
Together, we're building a safer and more resilient community. ❤️🚑 #cprtraining #savelives #apadsl

"Fostering the Way Forward: Shaping the Future of

"Fostering the Way Forward: Shaping the Future of Search and Rescue Operations” 🚣🏻‍♀️🌟

A-PAD Sri Lanka's SAR Refresher Discussion on October 22, 2023, brought together civil and military experts to pave a path toward more effective Search and Rescue (SAR) operations.

With representatives from esteemed organizations, including Capital Maharaja Group, Lion Brewery PLC, Sri Lanka Air Force, Sri Lanka Life Saving, & the Pearl Protectors the discussion showcased a commitment to excellence and collaboration within the A-PAD framework.

#searchandrescue #sar #disasterpreparedness #disasterresilience #apadsl #apadrescue #workshop

"Empowering the next generation to build a safer w

"Empowering the next generation to build a safer world!" 🌍🌟

On Disaster Risk Reduction Day, October 13th 2023, A-PAD SL and the Disaster Management Center joined hands to ignite the power of the youth in building a resilient future! 💪🎶

Under this year's theme, 'Fighting inequalities for a Resilient Future,' more than 100 enthusiastic students from National Youth Services Councils in Sri Lanka took center stage. Using the universal language of music, this youth program broke down barriers and inspired action.

We believe that by empowering and educating our youth on disaster risk reduction, we're creating a safer, more resilient Sri Lanka. 💡

Read More 👇🏼
https://apad.lk/youthful-spirit-for-a-secure-tomorrow-disaster-risk-reduction-day-2023/
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#ResilienceForAll
#YouthForResilience #DRRDay2023
#SendaiFramework
#DisasterRiskReduction

Resilient Reefs, Resilient Communities 🌊🐚🪸

Take a look at the informative facts about the marine life conservation

Learn More 👇🏼
https://youtu.be/6qrGJnX90pY?feature=shared
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#coral #coralconservation #marinelife #climatechange

"Responding to the Call of Crisis: A-PAD SL's Sear

"Responding to the Call of Crisis: A-PAD SL's Search and Rescue Team Takes Action in the Matara District of the Southern Province”🌧️🌊

In response to the catastrophic events caused by heavy rains leading to floods and landslides in the Southern Province, A-PAD SL deployed a Search and Rescue team, consisting of both Level 1 and Level 2 trainees, representing private sector organizations such as Capital Maharaja Group, Sri Lanka Life Saving, Lion Brewery PLC, and A-PAD SL.

The primary objective of this dedicated team was to conduct an immediate on-field review to comprehensively assess the extent of the disaster. Given the immense scale of the calamity and the constraints on available emergency response resources, it was of utmost importance to gain a clear understanding of the ground situation to ensure the optimal allocation of resources for life-saving efforts. Additionally, this assessment is to serve as a critical foundation for precise forecasting, timely warnings, and the coordination of essential evacuations.

Read More: https://apad.lk/a-pad-sar-team-on-ground-in-response-to-matara-flood-crisis-2023/

#DisasterResponse #apadsl #searchandrescue #mataraflood #floodsrilanka #disasterassistance

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23 “Enhancing T

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23

“Enhancing Tsunami Resilience Through Regional and National Simulation" 🌊

Here's a glimpse of the Tsunami Simulation Exercise conducted by Disaster Management Centre along with the Ministry of Defense on 4th October, 2023 in 3 coastal districts; Trincomalee, Galle, and Matara.

#iowave #iowave23 #iotsunami #tsunamiready #GetToHighGround #disasterpreparedness

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23 “Enhancing T

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23

“Enhancing Tsunami Resilience Through Regional and National Simulation" 🌊

Here's a glimpse of the Tsunami Simulation Exercise conducted by Disaster Management Centre along with the Ministry of Defense on 4th October, 2023 in 3 coastal districts; Trincomalee, Galle, and Matara.

#iowave #iowave23 #iotsunami #tsunamiready #GetToHighGround #disasterpreparedness

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23 “Enhancing T

Diving into Preparedness: IOWave23

“Enhancing Tsunami Resilience Through Regional and National Simulation" 🌊

Here's a glimpse of the Tsunami Simulation Exercise conducted by Disaster Management Centre along with the Ministry of Defense on 4th October, 2023 in 3 coastal districts; Trincomalee, Galle, and Matara.

#iowave #iowave23 #iotsunami #tsunamiready #GetToHighGround #disasterpreparedness

A-PAD SL presents interesting facts from the 'Pre

A-PAD SL presents interesting facts from the 'Pre COP 28' Forum in Dubai organized by Olive Gaea in collaboration with Climate Connect Digital. 📝🌱🌎

#networking #knowledgesharing #sustainability #partnerships #PreCOP28 #apadsl #SDGs

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A-PAD Sri Lanka's SAR Refresher Discussion on October 22, 2023, brought together civil and military experts to pave a path toward more effective Search and Rescue (SAR) operations.

With representatives from esteemed organizations, including Capital Maharaja Group , Lion Brewery Ceylon PLC , Sri Lanka Air Force, Sri Lanka Life Saving, & The Pearl Protectors the discussion showcased a commitment to excellence and collaboration within the A-PAD framework.

#searchandrescue #sar #disasterpreparedness #disasterresilience #apadsl #apadrescue #workshop

A Glimpse of Our Changing World!

Presented at the A-PAD International Symposium 2023, this powerful video sheds light on the undeniable truth: our planet is undergoing rapid, drastic changes due to climate change. It's a wake-up call and an invitation to join hands and forge a path towards a climate-resilient tomorrow.

The harsh reality of melting ice caps, intensifying natural disasters, and vanishing species isn't just a series of disconnected events; it's a story of a world crying out for change. Through captivating visuals and compelling data, this video drives home the immediacy and scale of the challenge ahead.

But amidst the concerning truths, there is hope. With "Climate-Smart Collaboration Accelerating Transition Towards a Climate-Resilient Tomorrow" as our guiding theme, the A-PAD International Symposium urges us to recognize that the solutions lie in unity, knowledge, innovation, and collective action.

The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) hosted its annual International Symposium on the 30th of August,2022, critically assessing the issues at hand in the country and highlighting positive future prospects that can be worked towards, while placing emphasis on how disaster risk reduction can be given more prominence in the process. Under the theme "Crisis in Crises: Unlocking the Power of Alliances Towards Innovative Recovery", the Symposium brought together leading figures and international experts from different sectors to engage in a constructive dialogue on cross-sectoral collaboration between the public and private sectors and how these alliances can be utilized to facilitate innovative recovery and build stronger institutions for the future.

The annual Search and Rescue Swift Water Level 01 training organized by A-PAD SL was held from the 27th - 30th September 2022 at the Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering, Embilipitiya.

Supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Japan, through their Overseas Development Assistance (ODA), a cohort of 28 civil and military personnel both male and female were awarded with an international SAR Swift Water level 01 certification in the presence of H.E Mr MIZUKOSHI Hideaki, the Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka and Maj. Gen Sudantha Ranasinghe, the Director General of the Disaster Management Centre Sri Lanka.

The annual Search and Rescue Swift Water Level 01 training organized by A-PAD SL was held from the 27th - 30th September 2022 at the Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering, Embilipitiya. <br /><br />Supported by the Ministry of Foreign affairs, Japan through their Overseas Development Assistance (ODA), a cohort of 28 civil and military personnel both male and female were awarded with an international SAR Swift Water level 01 certification in the presence of H.E Mr MIZUKOSHI Hideaki, the Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka and Maj Gen Sudantha Ranasinghe, the Director General of the Disaster Management Centre Sri Lanka.

The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) hosted its annual International Symposium on the 30th of August,2022, critically assessing the issues at hand in the country and highlighting positive future prospects that can be worked towards, while placing emphasis on how disaster risk reduction can be given more prominence in the process. Under the theme "Crisis in Crises: Unlocking the Power of Alliances Towards Innovative Recovery", the Symposium brought together leading figures and international experts from different sectors to engage in a constructive dialogue on cross-sectoral collaboration between the public and private sectors and how these alliances can be utilized to facilitate innovative recovery and build stronger institutions for the future.

Two panel discussions were held during the Symposium. The first Panel was titled “Revive and Reset: Resilient Recovery as a Counterbalance to Multi-Dimensional Crisis” and focused on the local context in Sri Lanka and how effectively resilient recovery can act as a counterbalance to multi-dimensional crises. The panelists who spoke during the session included Major General (Rtd)Sudantha Ranasinghe, RWP, RSP, MSc, ndu, psc - Director General, Disaster Management Centre (DMC), Mr. Rohan Amirthiah, Managing Director, Wurth Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Mr. Suranga Ratnayake, Vice President / Chief operating Officer, Aitken Spence Travels, Dr. Megumi Kuwana, Ph.D, Associate Professor, Faculty of International Studies, Kindai University, Osaka Japan, Ms. Florian Rhiza, Network Coordination Specialist, OCHA-UNDP Connecting Business Initiative (CBi) | Geneva, Switzerland and Mr. Dhananath Fernando, Chief Operating Officer, Advocata Institute.

Panelists in the second discussion spoke about regional perspectives on robust economic action, under the title “Regaining Reserves: A Regional Perspective on Robust Economic Action”. The panelists included Dr. Anila Dias Bandaranaike, Former Assistant Governor, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Mr. Mark Surgenor, CEO, HSBC Sri Lanka & Maldives, Prof. Buddhi Marambe, Senior Professor, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Mr. Masataka Uo, Director - Strategic Planning, Networking and Development, A-PAD International Japan, Ms. Dhashma Karunaratne, COO, Freight Segment / Assistant Vice President - Maritime & Freight Logistics Sector, Aitken Spence PLC, Ms. Amanthi Perera, Head - Social Sustainability, MAS Holdings.

The certification award ceremony for the A-PAD Search and Rescue Rope Rescue Technical Training, Level 1 was also carried out during the Symposium. 14 Search and Rescue team members received both a nationally and internationally recognized certification, following the Rope Rescue Training programme which was held recently.

As part of A-PAD Sri Lanka’s Search and Rescue (SAR) initiative, a seven-day “Rope Rescue Technical Training” programme was conducted. A-PAD SL facilitated 7 professional rope rescue trainers from Japan and Taiwan to carry out the programme for 14 civilian participants from private sector organizations, Sri Lanka Lifesaving and Adventure sports representatives.<br /><br />The intense training involved the participants learning the intricate technicalities of rope rescue operations. This included being educated on all different types of equipment and how to use them, the several different types of knot techniques to be used and when to use them, how to ascend and descend from a rope, the particular rig and anchor systems to use, as well as how to properly attend to a victim and carry out a rope rescue using a stretcher. In addition to gaining critical individual skills and knowledge, participants were also taught how to work effectively as a team in conducting rope rescues. The team also had to successfully perform a simulated rope rescue operation across a river. <br /><br />On the last day of training, each participant was tested on the skills gained during the course of the week. Upon passing their tests, the participants received an internationally recognized Rope Rescue Level 1 Certification.

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