Building Resilience: A-PAD Conducts DRR Training for Students of University of Colombo
On October 2nd, 2024, A-PAD Sri Lanka conducted a training session on disaster risk reduction, management, and resilience for undergraduates from the University of Colombo’s Department of International Relations. The engaging workshop began with an introduction to A-PAD and its mission. The session
A-PAD Sri Lanka Hosts a Remarkable International Symposium on Advancing Tsunami Readiness and Resilience
The Asia-Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) successfully held its annual international symposium on the 29th of August 2024 at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, under the theme “Turning the Tide: 20 Years of Tsunami Readiness and Resilience.” This
Why Is World Humanitarian Day Important?
Today is World Humanitarian Day, a day dedicated to humanitarian workers in every corner of the globe who stand on the frontlines of disaster-ridden and war-torn areas to offer critical support to those affected. While embodying the relentless courage and dedication of our
Landslide Risks and Community Resettlement Efforts: A-PAD’s Visit to Pettigala and Yakdehikanda
A-PAD Sri Lanka’s recent visit to Pettigala and Yakdehikanda revealed many challenges faced by communities residing in landslide-prone areas. During the assessment of houses affected by recent weather events, they found six houses in Pettigala had significant structural damage, and one other was
Private Sector Engages in Disaster Preparedness Dialogue in Balangoda
A-PAD engaged Balangoda’s private sector in a proactive approach towards disaster preparedness, convening representatives well-versed in the region’s susceptibility to floods, landslides, winds, lightning, droughts, and wildfires on the 16th of July. Mr. Nimal Ganithage, Disaster Relief Service Officer at Balangoda’s National Disaster