Strength in Solidarity: Altru Circle’s Dry Ration Initiative with A-PAD Sri Lanka
Heavy rains of the southwest monsoon season this year triggered floods within a short span of time, leaving many people affected and displaced from their homes. Identifying the urgent need for flood relief efforts, Altru Circle, an upcoming social enterprise, raised donations to
A-PAD Concludes Successful Swift Water Search and Rescue Training in Kithulgala
The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management (A-PAD) Sri Lanka, in partnership with the Disaster Management Centre (DMC), hosted the closing ceremony of the International Swift Water Search and Rescue (SAR) Level 02 Training for 2024. The event, held in Kithulgala from the
Navigating Rapids and Nightfall: Day 02 of A-PAD SL’s Swift Water SAR Training
The Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) successfully carried out the second day of its 3-day Swift Water Search and Rescue Level-2 training program on June 26th in Kitulgala. Building on the foundational skills acquired on Day 1, the
World Water Day 2024: Water for Peace
Today, we commemorate World Water Day, a global observance that underscores the critical role of water in our lives. This year’s theme, “Water for Peace,” invites us to reflect on the multifaceted relationship between water and the planet’s well-being. Whether in times of
Building Safe and Resilient Schools: Empowering Children for a Secure Future
In a world where unforeseen disasters can strike at any moment, being equipped with essential skills like firefighting and first aid can make all the difference. Recognizing this imperative, on the 7th of March, 2024, Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka