Stakeholder Meeting: Preparation for the 2nd Inter-Monsoon and Upcoming North-East Monsoon Season 2023/24

Stakeholder Meeting: Preparation for the 2nd Inter-Monsoon and Upcoming North-East Monsoon Season 2023/24

Nov 1, 2023

The Disaster Management Center convened a stakeholder meeting on 1st November 2023, addressing the critical transitional period between the 2nd Inter-Monsoon and the upcoming North-East Monsoon Season 2023-2024. It requires meticulous planning, effective communication, and collaborative efforts from various stakeholders to ensure the

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Fostering the Way Forward in Search and Rescue Operations

Fostering the Way Forward in Search and Rescue Operations

Oct 26, 2023

In the pursuit of shaping the future of Search and Rescue (SAR) operations within the A-PAD framework, A-PAD Sri Lanka took a bold step by initiating a SAR refresher discussion on October 22, 2023. This pivotal event brought together Level 1 and 2

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A-PAD SAR Team On Ground in Response to Matara Flood Crisis 2023

A-PAD SAR Team On Ground in Response to Matara Flood Crisis 2023

Oct 7, 2023

Torrential monsoon rains have triggered floods and landslides in many parts of Sri Lanka with the coastal district of Matara being the worst affected leaving thousands of families stranded due to the catastrophic floods. In response to the urgent need for assistance, the

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A-PAD Bangladesh Provides Consignment of Essential Medical Supplies to Sri Lanka

A-PAD Bangladesh Provides Consignment of Essential Medical Supplies to Sri Lanka

Jun 24, 2022

Given the economic crisis in Sri Lanka and subsequent impacts on various sectors including the health, the Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management (A-PAD) has been actively supporting the government’s efforts. Apart from A-PAD Sri Lanka platform, its regional platforms have also reached

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HSBC Sri Lanka and A-PAD Partner to Provide Relief Assistance And Revive Education For School Children amidst Economic Challenges

HSBC Sri Lanka and A-PAD Partner to Provide Relief Assistance And Revive Education For School Children amidst Economic Challenges

Jun 24, 2022

In response to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis, the Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management (A-PAD Sri Lanka) in partnership with HSBC Sri Lanka embarked on a three-month long programme to ensure children’s educational continuity as the economic turbulence mounts. The platform provided essential

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