HSBC Sri Lanka and A-PAD SL host a Magical Christmas Carnival for Children in Need
HSBC Sri Lanka, in collaboration with A-PAD Sri Lanka brought the true spirit of Christmas to life with a heartwarming Christmas Carnival dedicated to children in need. The Christmas Carnival held on 12th and 13th December at the Girls’ Friendly Society in Colombo,
A-PAD SL Hosts Exclusive Discussion on Sri Lanka’s Economic Outlook with the World Bank
The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) hosted an exclusive discussion on the latest Sri Lanka Development Update report launched by the World Bank. The event, held at A-PAD SL office in Colombo on 9th December 2024, saw the
Strengthening Disaster Response: Navy’s A-PAD SAR Team Combat Sri Lanka’s Flood Crisis
In response to the increasing risk of flooding across key river basins, the Sri Lanka Navy has deployed specialized teams from its Rapid Action Boat Squadron (RABS). Among them are 37 Navy personnel who underwent the Swift Water Search and Rescue training conducted
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
A Strong Finish: The Successful Completion of the 2024 Indo-Pacific SAR Training in Taiwan
Following an intensive swift water rescue training session, the 2024 Joint Indo-Pacific Region Swift Water and Rope Rescue Training Program moved on to the rope rescue segment, offering a comprehensive guidance from equipment selection to risk assessment to communication protocols to be followed