International Volunteer from Türkiye Contributes to Mangrove Conservation at Lanka Mangrove Museum

Pambala, Sri Lanka | 08 October 2026

The Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center (LMM&LC) recently welcomed Rüya Üçel, an MSc graduate in Environmental Sciences from Boğaziçi University, Türkiye, who successfully completed a six-week environmental volunteering programme focused on mangrove conservation, ecological research, and environmental education.

During her volunteering period, Rüya actively participated in mangrove restoration activities, scientific field observations, and educational programmes conducted by the museum.

The Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center (LMM&LC) recently welcomed Rüya Üçel, an MSc graduate in Environmental Sciences from Boğaziçi University, Türkiye, who successfully completed a six-week environmental volunteering programme focused on mangrove conservation, ecological research, and environmental education. During her volunteering period, Rüya actively participated in mangrove restoration activities, scientific field observations, and educational programmes conducted by the museum.

This is the report she kindly shared with us, highlighting her experiences, observations, and insights gained during her time at the Lanka Mangrove Museum and Learning Center.

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