Art of Resilience: 20 Years After the Tsunami – A Workshop for Renewal and Preparedness
Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka together with the Department of International Relations, Faculty of Arts, University of Colombo hosted a Drawing Workshop titled “Resilience and Renewal: 20 Years Since the Tsunami” on the 1st of August 2024. Targeting undergraduates of
Forging Futures: A-PAD at AVPN Global Conference 2024
The AVPN Global Conference 2024, held in partnership with Abu Dhabi under the theme “One Asia, One Future,” recently took place in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The conference, graciously supported by His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the
A-PAD SL convenes a Field Visit and Educational Outreach Initiative in the Eastern Province
The Eastern Province of Sri Lanka is renowned for its vibrant agricultural landscape, sea beds and its unique enriching culture. Recently, a field visit was organized by A-PAD SL to delve into the intricacies of coconut cultivation in the region, coupled with a
Nurturing Resilience and Awareness: The Student Art Exhibition on Sustainable Development and Disaster Risk Reduction
In an increasingly interconnected world where sustainable development and disaster risk reduction are paramount concerns, the collaborative efforts of the Department of International Relations, University of Colombo and the Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management yielded a remarkable initiative. The Student Art Exhibition,
Environmental Emergency Off Colombo’s Coast: Fire on Board MV X-Press Pearl Container Ship
Sri Lankan authorities have spent days battling a blaze on a container ship loaded with chemicals hoping to avoid a potential marine environmental disaster. The Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), Sri Lanka Navy, Sri Lanka Air Force, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency