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A institutional strengthening training for District partners of YouthAct project was conducted by Search for Common Ground Sri Lanka Search for common ground and facilitated by Paltra and V aid U pvt from 16 to 19 January 2024 Grand Kalundawa Waterfront Resort Dambulla, Sri Lanka . In this training Proposal writing, Monitoring and Evaluation are the main topics were covered. It was a great opportunity to learn a lots as an emerging youth led organization. Its our absolute pleasure to thank Search for common ground for such an opportunity is given.

மட்டக்களப்பினை பசுமையாக்குவோம் என்ற தொனிப்பொருளில் விதைப்பந்து திருவிழா-2023 புனானை வனவளத்துறை அலுவலகத்திற்கு அண்மையிலுள்ள வனப்பகுதியில் விதைப்பந்து திருவிழா 23.12.2023 அன்று காலை 9.30 மணியளவில.....

HAPPY MATTU PONGAL 2024

Mattu Pongal, which is the third day of the Pongal festival, is dedicated to expressing gratitude to cattle, particularly cows, for their significant contribution to agriculture and farming. Cattle play a crucial role in various agricultural activities, and Mattu Pongal is a day to honor and acknowledge their hard work and importance in the farming community. Here are some reasons why Mattu Pongal is celebrated:

Agricultural Assistance:
Cows are traditionally used in plowing fields, helping farmers prepare the land for sowing crops. Their contribution is vital to the success of agricultural activities.

Milk Production:
Cows provide milk, a primary source of nutrition for many people. Milk is used to make various dairy products, and the dairy industry is closely tied to agriculture and rural livelihoods.

Fertilizer Production:
Cow dung is a valuable source of organic fertilizer. It is used to enrich the soil, enhance crop yields, and promote sustainable farming practices.

Symbol of Prosperity:
Cattle are considered a symbol of prosperity in rural communities. Their well-being and health are directly linked to the prosperity of the farming households.

Cultural Significance:
Cattle have been an integral part of Indian agrarian culture for centuries. Celebrating Mattu Pongal is a way of honoring this cultural connection and expressing gratitude for the animals that have been essential companions in agricultural activities.

Jallikattu Tradition:
In some regions, Mattu Pongal is marked by the traditional sport of Jallikattu, where young men attempt to tame and control bulls. While controversial due to safety concerns, Jallikattu has cultural and historical roots and is seen by some as a way of showcasing bravery and strength.

Overall, Mattu Pongal is a day to recognize the invaluable role that cattle play in the lives of farmers and the agricultural practices that sustain communities. It emphasizes the harmonious relationship between humans and animals in the context of traditional farming.

HAPPY THAI PONGAL 2024

Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated by the Tamil community. It is a celebration to thank the Sun, Mother Nature, and the various farm animals that help to contribute to a bountiful harvest. Celebrated over four days, Pongal also marks the beginning of the Tamil month called Thai, which is considered an auspicious month. It usually falls on the 14th or 15th of January each year.

Pongal is also the name of the dish made and eaten during this festival. It is a mixture of boiled sweet rice. , jaggery (a type of unrefined sugar), and milk.

Thai Pongal also includes rituals and prayers to express gratitude to the Sun God for the energy and fertility provided to the crops. Traditional decorations, cultural performances, and various festivities contribute to the vibrant atmosphere during this joyous occasion. Thai Pongal reflects the agrarian roots of the Tamil culture and is celebrated with enthusiasm, emphasizing the importance of agriculture and the bond between nature and human life.

Instruction meeting with the YouthAct project team leaders was held on 11th January 2024 in which all four leaders had participated. In this meeting they were instructed how they should prepare the project progress report.

The YouthAct project progress review meeting was held on 8th January 2024 in which almost all participants had participated. Below are matters had discussed in the meeting.
 Asked to choose a leader or facilitator for each team
 Instructed to have separated whatsapp group for each group
 Discussion on advocacy activities those in progress
 Requested Project progress report on or before 30th January
 Instructed SFCG team visit on 8th February

🌟 Job Opportunity Alert! Join Our Team! 🌟
We're on the lookout for talented individuals to join our growing family! 🚀 Currently, we have a vacancy for a Project coordinator. If you're passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a difference, this could be your chance!

📌 Position: Project Coordinator
📍 Location:Batticaloa

🔍 Key Responsibilities

Coordinating project activities & ensure all tasks are completed on time.

Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to define project goals and deliverables.

Monitor project progress & address any issues if arise.

Prepare & maintain project documentation and reports.

Assist resource coordination & budget management.

✨ Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a related field or relevant education qualification.

Previous experience in project coordination or similar roles.

Strong organizational & communication skills.

Ability to use project management tools & software proficiently.

Proficiency in Tamil and English is essential, and familiarity with Sinhala is considered an extra advantage.

📧 How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter to “[email protected] with the subject line: Project Coordinator Application.

⏲️ Apply before 31/1/2024

Join us in making a positive impact! 🌈

இன்று புனானை வனப்பகுதியில் இடம்பெற்ற விதைப்பந்து திருவிழா! புனானை வனவளத்துறை அலுவலகத்திற்கு அண்மையிலுள்ள வனப்பகுதியில் விதைப்பந்து திருவிழா 23.12.2023 அன்று காலை 9.30 மணியளவில.....

Happy Birthday to you Adshaya .
All the best to you and the years to come.

Happy New Year 2024!
May this year be filled with boundless energy, exciting adventures, and endless opportunities for growth. Let's make this year one to remember, full of learning, fun, and making a positive impact. Wishing you all the best as we embark on this new journey together! Cheers to an amazing year ahead!

"Empower the youth, promote equality, protect the environment, and work towards the realization of Sustainable Development"

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Seed Balls Festival of the “GreenBatti” project was held on 23rd December 2023. “GreenBatti” is an environmental conservation and restoration project to have a lasting impact on our environment for future generations. Seed ball preparation and dispersal is one of the activities of the project. As planned nearly 10000 seed balls of indigenous seeds were thrown and around 500 indigenous plants were planted in Punanai nearby forest department office. In this valuable event our 25 environmental pioneers and young volunteers had participated. The activity was guided by A.M.Riyas Ahamed, Senior Lecturer, Head, Dept of Biological science, Faculty of Applied Science, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka as mentor of this project. He is an environmentalist and author of plenty of environment related books. The activity was funded by Oraayam Foundation and our national partners were the Central Environment Authority and SDGYNSL.
Join us for a Green and clean environment.

Merry Christmas!!

🌟 Calling all young leaders in Batticaloa! 🌟

📢 Applications are now OPEN for the Chief Divisional Coordinators 2024/2025! 🎉

Ready to make change? Join 'We For Us' and drive progress in youth development, environmental sustainability, healthcare and education. 🌍📚💡

Your leadership can shape our future! Pick your opportunity! Apply now through the link below before 31.12.2023 and unleash your potential! 👇

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We are excited to share with you all that the Seed Balls Festival of the “GreenBatti” project is going to be held on 23rd December 2023. “GreenBatti” is an environmental conservation and restoration project to have a lasting impact on our environment for future generations. Seed ball preparation and dispersal is one of the activities of the project. As planned around 10000 seed balls have been made by 25 environmental pioneers with indigenous seeds. The activity has been funded by Thorayam Foundation and our national partners are the Central Environment Authority.
Join us for a Green and clean environment.

Happy Birthday to you Baheera .
All the best to you and the years to come

10 December 2023 marks the 75th anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking global pledges: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This landmark document enshrines the inalienable rights that everyone is entitled to as a human being - regardless of race, color, religion, s*x, language, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.

The Declaration was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in Paris on 10 December 1948 and sets out, for the first time, fundamental human rights to be universally protected.

Warmest wishes to you on your very special day.
We hope that you continue to change the lives of others with your positivity, love, and beautiful spirit. Riyas Ahamed

“On your birthday we wish for you that whatever you want most in life it comes to you just the way you imagined it or better"

Warmest wishes to you on your very special day. we hope that you continue to change the lives of others with your positivity, love, and beautiful spirit.

We are thrilled to introduce Logo of “GreenBatti” Project. “GreenBatti” is an
environmental conservation and restoration project to have a lasting impact on our
environment for our future generation.
The project will have activities such as seed balls preparation and dispersal, tree
planting, Mangroves ecosystem preservation and Zero plastic movement to have
Cleaner and Greener Batticaloa district for our next generation.

This year's theme, "Access to Diabetes Care" underscores the urgent need to address the barriers faced by many in accessing diabetes care and support. New Zealand has one of the highest rates of diabetes in the developed world, with a significant impact on Māori and Pacific communities.

World Kindness Day, recognized internationally on November 13, was established in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a collaboration of kindness-focused non-governmental organizations from various nations. This observance is celebrated in numerous countries, such as Canada, Australia, Nigeria, and the United Arab Emirates. Singapore joined in observing the day for the first time in 2009.
The theme of Kindness Day in 2023 revolves around the idea that "Acts of kindness initiate a ripple of change capable of transforming the lives of children, families, and entire communities.

"Happy Diwali"
Diwali symbolises the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. The lights of Diwali signify a time to destroy all our dark desires and thoughts, eradicated dark shadows and evils and gives us the strength and the zeal to carry on with our goodwill for the rest of the year.

“GreenBatti” project launch and a webinar on one of the activity of the project was held on 9th October 2023. “GreenBatti” is an environmental conservation and restoration project to have a lasting impact on our environment for our future generation.
The project will have activities such as seed balls preparation and dispersal, tree planting, Mangroves ecosystem preservation and Zero plastic movement to have Cleaner and Greener Batticaloa district for our next generation.

As a first step of this project, a webinar was held on “seed ball preparation and dispersal” which was conducted by the consultant and resource of this project, A.M.Riyas Ahamed, Riyas Ahamed Senior Lecturer, Head, Dept of Biological science, Faculty of Applied Science, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
In this webinar below were discussed
 Objectives
 Organization of biosphere
 what we can do
 Advantages of trees
 Indigenous plant seeds
 Tree planting and Palmyra planting
 Mangrove forest
 Greening
 Vertical greening
 Seed balls
 Introduction
 Required materials
 Throwing
 Seed balls cycle
 Seed balls festival
Stay tuned for exciting updates on the project and initiatives.
Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment! Let's stand united for a cleaner, greener tomorrow!

Wishing you a day filled with happiness and a year filled with joy. Happy birthday!

We are thrilled to announce that we are going to launch an environmental protection and restoration project as "GreenBatti" to have a lasting impact on our environment for our future generation.
The project will have activities such as seed balls preparation and dispersal, tree planting, Mangroves ecosystem preservation and Zero plastic movement to have Cleaner and Greener Batticaloa district for our next generation.

As a first step of this project
We focus on reforestation, from 2002 to 2022, Batticaloa lost 171 ha of humid primary forest, making up 7.2% of its total tree cover loss in the same time period. Total area of humid primary forest in Batticaloa decreased by 2.2% in this time period. From 2001 to 2022, Batticaloa lost 2.40 kha of tree cover, equivalent to a 4.9% decrease in tree cover since 2000. To overcome the issue and uplifting the forest area in Batticaloa district, we have planned to have “Seed balls preparation and dispersal" activity inside the "GreenBatti" project in collaboration with Central Environmental Authority and SDGYNSL of Batticaloa.

Seeding is a crucial aspect of ecological restoration and environmental conservation efforts. However, conventional seeding methods often face challenges such as inefficient dispersal, poor germination rates, and susceptibility to natural elements. In response to these challenges, our organization is proposing a Seed Ball Preparation and Dispersal activity, aiming to enhance the efficiency of reforestation and ecological rehabilitation initiatives through the use of seed balls. Seed balls, also known as earth balls, are an effective and sustainable approach to improve seed dispersal and increase the survival rate of seeds.

The “Seed balls preparation and dispersal" activity of “GreenBatti” project, this year aims to produce 0.25 million seed balls in eight divisional secretariat areas out of fourteen in Batticaloa district which are a convenient and effective method of distributing seeds in a protective clay and compost casing. These seed balls can be scattered across barren or deforested areas in three divisional secretariats in Batticaloa district and they are known to be more resilient in adverse conditions compared to traditional planting methods.
As a passionate advocate for sustainable practices and environmental stewardship, we believe that this initiative can have a significant and lasting impact on our local ecosystem.

It’s an honor to have .A.M.Riyas Ahamed, Riyas Ahamed Senior Lecturer, Head, Dept of Biological science, Faculty of Applied Science, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka as a resource and mentor of this project. He is an environmentalist and author of plenty of environment related books and he is the one, has been engaging in seed balls preparation and dispersal in Sri Lanka since couple of years by encouraging youngsters. It’s also an honor to have Dr.Deshapriya S.Wijetunge, Director General SUNFO, as a chief advisor for this project activities.
Stay tuned for exciting updates on the project and initiatives we will be able to launch with these incredible resources.
Together, we're creating a world where we can live a life peacefully.
Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment!
Let's stand united for a cleaner, greener tomorrow!

In December 2015, the UN General Assembly designated 5 November as World Tsunami Awareness Day, calling on countries, international bodies and civil society to raise tsunami awareness and share innovative approaches to risk reduction.
The word "tsunami" comprises the Japanese words "tsu" (meaning harbour) and "nami" (meaning wave). A tsunami is a series of enormous waves created by an underwater disturbance usually associated with earthquakes occurring below or near the ocean.