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On the 9th of April 2025, the Conservation Office in Halawata successfully organized an insightful and educational awareness workshop at the Lanka Mangrove Museum, specially designed for 104 students from Dhammissara National School.

The workshop aimed to enhance the students’ understanding of mangrove ecosystems, their ecological importance, and the vital role they play in coastal protection, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation. Held within the immersive setting of the museum, students had the opportunity to explore the various exhibits showcasing Sri Lanka’s rich mangrove heritage.

On April 4th, 2025, the Lanka Mangrove Museum proudly hosted an inspiring event organized by the Central Environmental Authority of Sri Lanka. The program welcomed 65 Scoutmasters (teachers), 7 instructors, and 5 officers from across the country who are guiding the next generation of scouts.

Lately, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming several visitors from France to the Lanka Mangrove Museum! 🌍✨ It’s wonderful to see international travelers taking an interest in mangrove conservation and exploring the rich biodiversity of our wetlands.

Undergraduate Research from University of Kelaniya Visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum 📅 Date: March 24, 2025📍 Location: Lanka Mangrove Museum Today, an undergraduate student from the University of Colombo visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum to gather information on the mangrove ecosystem for her research work. The Museum Director and Education Officer accompanied her, providing valuable

students from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium, and Ruhuna University of Sri Lanka visited the Lanka Mangrove Museum for a joint research project on microplastic pollution in Pambala Lagoon.

On March 19, 2025, a group of students from Ocean University visited Pambala Lagoon as part of their research project on microplastic pollution. The Lanka Mangrove Museum facilitated their study, providing guidance and logistical support.

On February 22nd, 2025, the Scouts of Chilaw, with the support of the Lanka Mangrove Museum, organized a successful beach cleaning project at the Chilaw Beach area! 🧹🌴 Together, they worked hard to remove waste, helping restore the beauty of the coastline while raising awareness about the importance of keeping our beaches clean. 🗑️✨

We were delighted to welcome visitors from Italy to the Lanka Mangrove Museum! 🇮🇹✨ They explored our interactive exhibits, learned about the vital role of mangroves in protecting coastal ecosystems, and discovered the importance of conservation efforts.