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In a significant step toward securing water access and promoting climate resilience in Sri Lanka’s dry zone, Janathakshan, with financial support from Green Empowerment, officially launched the rehabilitation of three rural irrigation systems in the Giribawa Division of the Kurunegala District on 28th July 2025. The rehabilitation efforts target the Yatawatta, Warawewa (Mahawewa), Upper Maradankadawala […]

On 25th July 2025, the 9th Asian Preparedness Partnership Regional Steering Committee (APPRSC) Meeting took place at the Cumulus Ballroom, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Hosted by the Sri Lanka Preparedness Partnership (SLPP), the event brought together senior officials and key stakeholders from across the APP member countries to review progress,

On 25th July 2025, the Asian Policy Dialogue under the theme “Sustaining Collaboration: Advancing the Future of National Preparedness Partnerships” was held at the Celestine Ballroom, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Colombo, Sri Lanka. This timely and strategic gathering was part of the broader third phase of the Asian Preparedness Partnership (APP), a flagship

From 23rd to 24th July 2025, Sri Lanka hosted the Reflection Workshop of the Asian Preparedness Partnership (APP) at the Celestine Ballroom, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, Colombo. This significant event brought together over 70 participants, including representatives from government agencies, civil society organizations, the private sector, and development partners across the seven APP

As part of the ‘Climate Resilient Water, Sustainable Farming & Livelihoods: Strengthening Sri Lankan Farming Families’ Climate Resilience’ project, a practical awareness and training session was successfully conducted in Ehetuwagama, Nochchiyagama. The project is implemented by Janathakshan and funded by the Paul Liberman Family Foundation through Green Empowerment. The training session was led by Regional

On June 19, 2025, the Validation Workshop for the GEF-8 Climate Smart Sustainable Cities – Sri Lanka Child Project (SCIP 11290) was held at The View, Waters Edge Hotel, Battaramulla. This high-level convening marked a critical milestone in finalizing Sri Lanka’s ambitious plan to foster climate-resilient, inclusive urban development in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (SJK), while

On May 26, 2025, a pivotal National-Level Workshop under the GEF-8 Climate Smart Sustainable Cities Project, Project Preparation Grant (PPG) Phase was successfully held at Link Hall, Waters Edge, Battaramulla. This workshop served as a critical step in the development of Sri Lanka’s climate-resilient urban future, bringing together 71 stakeholders from government institutions, the private

On June 20, 2025, a significant step toward promoting climate education and sustainable agriculture was marked with the official handover of the Climate-Smart Agro School Garden to student ownership at Anuradhapura Central College. This initiative was implemented under the Climate Resilient Integrated Water Management Project (CRIWMP), funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) through the

In line with the global celebration of World Environment Day 2025 under the theme “Beat Plastic Pollution,” Janathakshan GTE Ltd., under the PHINLA II Project, conducted a Waste Management Awareness Program at Christ King College, Ja-Ela, on June 5, 2025. The project is co-funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)

In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, under the global theme “Beat Plastic Pollution,” the PHINLA II Project proudly organized a Beach Clean-Up Program at Wattala Beach on June 5th. This meaningful initiative was carried out in collaboration with the Green Collectors Association of Ja-Ela and Wattala, bringing together dedicated community members, informal waste workers,