Janathakshan successfully conducted the Green Force ID Distribution Ceremony for PHINLA Resource Collectors (RCs) on 30 April 2026 at the Western Provincial Council, marking a significant milestone in recognizing and strengthening the role of informal sector workers in sustainable waste management.
The initiative was implemented under the PHINLA Project, co-implemented by Janathakshan and World Vision Lanka, and co-funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and World Vision Germany.
A total of 81 PHINLA Resource Collectors were officially awarded their Green Force IDs, recognizing them as part of the Haritha Balakaya (Green Force). This recognition not only enhances their visibility and dignity but also reinforces their critical contribution to environmental protection and community-level waste management.
The PHINLA project team actively supported and guided RCs throughout the process of obtaining their Green Force IDs, working in close collaboration with the Western Provincial Waste Management Authority (WPWMA). This partnership ensured a smooth and coordinated approach to formalizing and recognizing the role of informal waste collectors within the broader waste management system.
The distribution of Green Force IDs represents a key step toward integrating informal waste collectors into formal waste management frameworks, promoting inclusive, efficient, and sustainable environmental practices.
Through initiatives like this, the PHINLA Project continues to empower Resource Collectors by enhancing their recognition, strengthening their livelihoods, and supporting their active participation in building cleaner and more sustainable communities.
