On July 16, 2025, Prof. Sudheera M. W. Ranwala from the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Colombo, visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum accompanied by a group of undergraduate students. The visit formed part of their academic exposure to wetland ecosystems and plant biodiversity, with a specific focus on mangrove environments.
On April 14, 2025, a group of enthusiastic students from Taxila Maha Vidyalaya Horana, visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum for an enriching educational experience centered on mangrove conservation and environmental awareness.
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![An awareness program aimed at enhancing environmental knowledge and enforcement capacity was successfully conducted on [insert exact date if available] by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) in collaboration with the Lanka Mangrove Museum. The session was specifically organized for Environmental Police Officers in the Puttalam District, bringing together law enforcement personnel committed to protecting Sri Lanka’s natural ecosystems.](https://lankamangrovemuseum.lk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Central-Environmental-Authority-and-Lanka-Mangrove-Museum-Conduct-Awareness-Program-for-Environmental-Police-Officers-in-Puttalam-District-2.jpg)
An awareness program aimed at enhancing environmental knowledge and enforcement capacity was successfully conducted on [insert exact date if available] by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) in collaboration with the Lanka Mangrove Museum. The session was specifically organized for Environmental Police Officers in the Puttalam District, bringing together law enforcement personnel committed to protecting Sri Lanka’s natural ecosystems.
On July 9, 2025, a vibrant group of students from Gampaha Sri Sangabodhi National College visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum for an educational and interactive experience focused on mangrove conservation and coastal ecosystem awareness.
The visit was part of the school’s efforts to provide students with practical exposure to environmental issues and the importance of biodiversity. Upon arrival, the group was warmly welcomed by the museum’s educational staff, who guided them through a series of well-curated exhibits showcasing the diversity, ecological value, and challenges faced by mangrove ecosystems in Sri Lanka.
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On July 9, 2025, a group of students from the prestigious Girls’ High School, Kandy visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum for an engaging and educational experience focused on mangrove ecosystems and environmental conservation.
On July 9, 2025, the Lanka Mangrove Museum welcomed a group of enthusiastic students from Welpalla Sri Sangarathana Maha Vidyalaya for an educational visit focused on the importance of mangrove ecosystems. This visit was part of the museum’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness among school children about coastal conservation and biodiversity.
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On July 5, 2025, a group of Scouts affiliated with the British Council conducted a special training campaign at the Lanka Mangrove Museum. The event focused on enhancing awareness about the importance of mangrove ecosystems and their role in environmental conservation.
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Today, a group of monks from Sir Dalada Pirivena in Katugastota visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum. During their visit, the museum staff conducted a special briefing to highlight the importance of mangrove conservation and its role in protecting coastal ecosystems.
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Studies have found that 80% of the plastics are land-based. Plastics from landfill enter into the ocean through poor management and improper disposal of sewages and plastic wastes, costal landfill operations and litter carried through streams and rivers 9. Other sources include accidental spillage during handling and other processes 5.
Remaining 20% are the litters generated by ships/boats through recreational activities, discharge of marine litters 9, nautical activities, fishing activities and aquaculture 4. Of which commercial fishing accounts for most of the impacts. This includes discarded fishing items, together with monofilament liens and nylon netting
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On June 28, 2025, the “Together With Mangroves” Children and Youth Environmental Society carried out a special observation study around the backyard of the Lanka Mangrove Museum. This hands-on learning activity was designed to deepen the students’ understanding of the local mangrove environment and foster a stronger connection with the ecosystem they are committed to protecting.
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