Gammadda joins forces to raise Disaster Preparedness
The Floods/Landslides of years 2016 & 2017 resulted in the loss of over 500 human lives. Thus, A-PAD Sri Lanka joined hands with The Capital Maharaja Organization in better preparing vulnerable communities who fall prey in the event of these calamities. Stepping into
Orientation In Psychological First Aid In Disasters
A-PAD Sri Lanka partnered with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), in introducing Psychological First Aid (PFA) to the Search & Rescue Team as well as Private and I/ NGO sector members. The importance being reiterated on how PFA can be applied during disasters,
A Workshop on CPR For A-PAD SL SAR Team And Private Sector Stakeholders
The Search and Rescue Team of A-PAD Sri Lanka, along with some members from the private sector recently underwent a training on Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The program was conducted and facilitated y Mr. Asanka Nanayakkara, President of Sri Lanka Life Saving (SLLS).
Let’s learn what is unknown to us. Let us correct our mistakes. Excellent attitude, Knowledge, understanding of your skills will constitute a healthy Society.
Continuing the spread of awareness among communities on disaster preparedness and mitigation, A-PAD Sri Lanka with private sector stakeholders in Jaffna created family oriented disaster risk awareness posters. These stickers entail information based on emergency contact numbers, emergency “grab-bag” and the Do’s and Don’ts in case of calamities. Over 2000
Disaster Preparedness for School Children – Trincomalee
Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), preparedness, planning and mitigation are identified as key components in creating a resilient community. Thus, starting off with enlightening the younger generation of our society, A-PAD Sri Lanka took on educating school children on being vigilant and prepared to face day-to-day situations as during disaster stricken times.