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
Crisis Management Knowledge Sharing Visit to Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC
A-PAD facilitated a knowledge sharing session on exemplary crisis management and resilience building during a visit to Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC on February 8th 2024. Participants from various government and private sectors were immersed in the importance of proactive risk mitigation through Disaster
“Govipole Iskole” A Climate Smart Farmer Training School in Thirappane
Climate change causes significant challenges to agriculture, threatening food security, rural economies, and livelihoods around the world. In order to build resilience and mitigate the risks of climate change in agriculture, adaptation strategies such as climate-smart agricultural practices are crucial. In 2021, Sri
A-PAD and JICA: A Synergistic Vision for Advancing in Resilience.
In a pivotal discussion organized by Asia Pacific Disaster Management (A-PAD), sincere appreciation was expressed for the invaluable contributions made by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to Sri Lanka’s development and resilience spanning seven decades. Our sincere appreciation goes to Mr. Yamuda