A-PAD Qualified SLAF Rescuers’ Mission to Save Stranded Fishermen off Balapitiya Coast
Three fishermen in distress were rescued on May 30 in a high-risk air operation led by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), with two of the rescuers having undergone advanced training through the A-PAD SL Search and Rescue (SAR) programme. The mission was
Rethinking Climate and Humanitarian Action: Private Sector Takes Centre Stage at the European Humanitarian Forum 2025
The 4th European Humanitarian Forum 2025 featured a series of plenaries, panel discussions, workshops, and humanitarian talks over 2 days, tapping into diverse thematic areas on humanitarian action. Held in Brussels, the workshop titled “Economics of Environmental and Climate Action in the Face
Bridging Gaps in Humanitarian Aid: Insights from the 4th European Humanitarian Forum (EHF)
Amid rising geopolitical tensions and prolonged conflicts, the European Humanitarian Forum (EHF) serves as a vital platform for unifying actors, fostering dialogue, and finding effective solutions to humanitarian gaps and unmet needs. The 4th European Humanitarian Forum was held from 19th to 20th
A-PAD Facilitates Dental Health Clinic through Public-Private Partnership in Balangoda
In a strong demonstration of public-private sector collaboration, A-PAD facilitated an oral health awareness and dental check-up programme at R/Balangoda Kahatapitiya Hapugahakumbura School on May 15, 2025. The school serves 85 students, many from low-income families with limited access to routine dental care.
Delft Island in Focus: Building a Resilient Future for Jaffna’s Hidden Gem
Earlier this month, the A-PAD team journeyed to Delft Island (Neduntheevu) in Jaffna, a place of quiet beauty, historical intrigue, and untapped potential. Over three days, we met with communities, explored the terrain, and took a closer look at the pressing issues residents