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The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) has partnered with WNPS to work on human elephant mitigation in several way. Firstly, they have generously providing milk sustenance to 25 calves at the ETH. They have also provided us funding to conduct two scientific research, specifically on antibiotic resistance of elephants and experimenting a collar to mitigate human elephant conflict. Furthermore, HIPG is also providing funding to extend the LRS experimentation by paying for five new LRS sites in the Bandagiriya locality. We will also partner HIPG to conduct awareness programs with schools in the Hambantota district along with working with farmer communities with regards to the Managed Elephant Reserve (MER) to mitigate HEC.

Spanning three generations of passion and commitment over 99 years, Colombo Jewelry Store (CJS) is a landmark in luxury fashion and jewelry in Sri Lanka. Proving they are a business with heart and not just a pioneer in high quality gem and jewelry in Sri Lanka, CJS has developed a strong reputation for using its brand awareness to inspire social conscience for environmental issues. CJS has been partnering with WNPS since 2019, and was the first corporate partner on WNPS’ LRS project, where they helped set up a LRS system in the northern border of Udawalawe in Pokunutenna. To celebrate World Biodiversity Day on 22 May 2020, CJS made a further donation to WNPS, to continue their LRS experimental expansion in 25 locations in 4 districts where there are heightened levels of HEC.

Human Elephant Conflict Project - Light Repel System
Recording an average of over 300 elephant deaths and 90 human deaths a year, Sri Lanka has the highest incidents of human-elephant conflict (HEC) in the world and the HEC is threatening the very future of the Sri Lankan elephant. The Light Repel System (LRS) was developed as a low cost, effective tool in mitigating HEC, which relies on community engagement and empowerment for its success. The LRS deters elephants encroaching into agricultural land and private property through a system of ‘blinking lights’, which has been scientifically proven to ‘repel’ elephants by leveraging off a biological limitation of the elephant. In more scientific terms "in the absence of a fovea in the elephant eyes (clear vision of the eye) and the dominance of rods (provide twilight vision) throughout the retina for good night vision, when a flickering LED light hits an elephant’s retina, it is temporarily blinded and disoriented and moves away or avoids the light."

It is currently being tested in 25 locations in Sri Lanka in districts with high HEC. The WNPS is working with several sponsors to test the LRS to gather more data before we collaborate with the Department of Wildlife Conservation to roll this out at a national level.

No single HEC mitigation method will work independently to deter elephants entering and raiding crops. They are far too intelligent. A combination of methods: starting with fencing of village and crops as introduced by eminent Elephant Researcher, Dr. Prithiviraj Fernando is a vital strategy that must be used as it gives both the human and elephant mutual benefits, and protection. Along with that, using other mitigation methods like the LRS, sounds, smell and other deterrents are important to reinforce this strategy.

Spa Ceylon is Sri Lanka's luxury Ayurveda & Wellness brand and prides itself as being a conscious Sri Lankan brand committed to contributing to the island and mother nature by promoting the protection of the country’s most recognizable ambassador - the majestic Ceylon Elephant.

Spa Ceylon has embarked several initiatives to help raise awareness about their plight and to fund conservation projects that address the situation. As a socially conscientious brand, Spa Ceylon proudly donates 10% of their turnover from the sale of The Save The Majestic Ceylon Elephant range towards specific elephant conservation projects in Sri Lanka They are a proud sponsor of WNPS's LRS method of mitigating the HEC.

Human Elephant Conflict Project - Light Repel System
Recording an average of over 300 elephant deaths and 90 human deaths a year, Sri Lanka has the highest incidents of human-elephant conflict (HEC) in the world and the HEC is threatening the very future of the Sri Lankan elephant. The Light Repel System (LRS) was developed as a low cost, effective tool in mitigating HEC, which relies on community engagement and empowerment for its success. The LRS deters elephants encroaching into agricultural land and private property through a system of ‘blinking lights’, which has been scientifically proven to ‘repel’ elephants by leveraging off a biological limitation of the elephant. In more scientific terms "in the absence of a fovea in the elephant eyes (clear vision of the eye) and the dominance of rods (provide twilight vision) throughout the retina for good night vision, when a flickering LED light hits an elephant’s retina, it is temporarily blinded and disoriented and moves away or avoids the light."

It is currently being tested in 25 locations in Sri Lanka in districts with high HEC. The WNPS is working with several sponsors to test the LRS to gather more data before we collaborate with the Department of Wildlife Conservation to roll this out at a national level.

No single HEC mitigation method will work independently to deter elephants entering and raiding crops. They are far too intelligent. A combination of methods: starting with fencing of village and crops as introduced by eminent Elephant Researcher, Dr. Prithiviraj Fernando is a vital strategy that must be used as it gives both the human and elephant mutual benefits, and protection. Along with that, using other mitigation methods like the LRS, sounds, smell and other deterrents are important to reinforce this strategy.

Elephant Day Photo Competition
WNPS planned a photography competition to celebrate Elephant Day 2021. Titled "For the Sri Lankan Elephant", the competition focused on celebrating this unique species while using the platform to draw attention to the unique challenges of the Human-Elephant Conflict.

TeeJay Lanka PLC is the largest Textile Group and Knit Fabric Provider in South Asia and Sri Lanka’s only multinational mill. Teejay Lanka PLC believes that the sustainability of their profitability ultimately depends on the sustainability of the communities and environment that we they a part of, and that creating social and environmental value, while important in itself, is also integral to sustaining long-term shareholder value.

ROAR : Reforestation of a Rainforest
Rainforest conservation requires more than just planting trees but needs a highly scientific approach led by expert knowledge and research. WNPS Reforestation of a Rainforest (ROAR) project focuses on the ecological restoration of a degraded rainforest in Diyakothakanda, on the bufferzone of Sinharaja Rainforest, using the Relay Floristics technique of rainforest restoration. This is a sustainable model for Sri Lanka on reforestation of a rainforest using a mixture of early and late successional species with a strong representation of native and naturalised species, with optimal rate of growth and relatively low investment which links conservation, science, community development, education and youth.

Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services Lanka (Pvt) Ltd

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services and the company has been in operation in Sri Lanka for the past 6 decades. They are a B2B company that contributes to positively transforming the world we live in. Their ambition is to be a role model in carbon footprint reduction and biodiversity protection.

ROAR : Reforestation of a Rainforest
Rainforest conservation requires more than just planting trees but needs a highly scientific approach led by expert knowledge and research. WNPS Reforestation of a Rainforest (ROAR) project focuses on the ecological restoration of a degraded rainforest in Diyakothakanda, on the bufferzone of Sinharaja Rainforest, using the Relay Floristics technique of rainforest restoration. This is a sustainable model for Sri Lanka on reforestation of a rainforest using a mixture of early and late successional species with a strong representation of native and naturalised species, with optimal rate of growth and relatively low investment which links conservation, science, community development, education and youth.

Abans PLC, the flagship company of the Abans Group of Companies has a product portfolio encompassing major global brands in electronics, home appliances, mobiles and smartphones, IT and communication equipment, sanitaryware, apparel, footwear and personal care. Their partnership in WNPS's ‘Green Isle’ project in the Bellanwila-Attidiya Sanctuarr represents Abans’ and LG’s latest efforts to promote sustainable living in Sri Lanka as part of their ‘LG Loves Green Sri Lanka’ campaign, this CSR initiative aims to contribute towards the cause of Sri Lankan wildlife preservation by transforming the region into the one of ‘green lungs’ of the nation.

Green Isle
Wetlands are a critical part of our natural environment. The goals of WNPS's Green Isle project which is being implemented in the Bellanvila-Attidiya Wetland Park, is to restore the natural habitat and ecosystem of an urban wetland bordering a major metropolitan capital city, which is also the habitat of a Critically Endangered (CE) species and provide learnings for the wider conservation community on wetland habitat restoration.

Hemas Consumer

Part of Sri Lanka's Hemas Group, Hemas Consumer, a leading manufacturer in beauty and personal care sector. Hemas strives to enrich Sri Lankan lifestyles via innovative, trusted and exceptional products that offer greater satisfaction in everyday use. Their brands encompass a range of products for babies and adults in hair care, skin care, toiletries, fragrances and oral care. Hemas brands also includes one of Sri Lanka’s most loved brand Atlas, which is a market leader in school stationery and notebooks, pens, pencils and colour products. Their operations are focused on the three components of sustainability; Environment, Social, and Economic and partner with NFPs on a number of environmental conservation projects to protect and restore Sri Lanka's natural environment.

ANRM - Assisted Natural Regeneration of Mangroves
The ‘Assisted Natural Regeneration of Mangroves’ (ANRM) project at Anawilundawa Sanctuary, a RAMSAR site and Sri Lanka’s 2 nd largest Wetland, is a key mangrove restoration project, which is being carried out in collaboration with the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) and the Wayamba University. WNPS is grateful to our first Corporate Partner on the ANRM project, Hamas Holdings PLC, who have expressed their long-term commitment in the regeneration of mangrove habitats as well as enhancing local livelihoods.

Kumarika is Sri Lanka's leading hair oil used by generations of Sri Lankans. It is one of the leading products by Sri Lanka's Hemas Group. Hemas Consumer, a leading manufacturer in beauty and personal care sector. Kumarika has partnered with WNPS on Marine Chats in order to build public awareness of the devastating effects of plastic waste to marine environments.

Marine Chats
“Marine Chat” is a monthly discussion series presented by WNPS showcasing some of Sri Lanka’s best marine scientists, and discussing issues related to marine conservation and exploration. The 'chats' enable knowledge sharing among a diverse cross section of society and provides ideas and opportunities for future projects focused on Marine Conservation.

Nation’s Trust Bank (NTB) has been a long-term partner of WNPS In 2021, NTB signed an agreement to become the sole sponsor of WNPS’s publications – ‘LORIS’, ‘Warana/Varanam’ biannual magazines and ‘The Jungle Telegraph’ quarterly e-newsletter, in addition to funding the very popular WNPS Monthly Lecture series which is now being watched by over 700 people on average per lecture. Established in 1999, Nations Trust Bank has been driving innovation within the banking sector for two decades and challenging the norm to deliver an unparalleled banking experience to customers. More than your average bank, NTB regularly invests in conservation programs in Sri Lanka and has implemented multiple environmental initiatives to foster biodiversity research and education, reforestation and species conservation and climate change action. Their partnership with WNPS is an investment in ensuring Sri Lanka’s fauna and flora is protected for the future generations.

Public Lecture Series
The Monthly Lecture Programme of the WNPS, in partnership with NTB, is one of the highlights within the Sri Lankan Conservation calendar which has been ongoing for the last couple of decades. The monthly lecture series of the WNPS is now a monthly gathering looked forward to by both the membership and the general public. The depth of knowledge shared in the 60 minute lecture by an excellent line up of speakers has not only enriched the audience but has enabled the society to initiate measures in various conservation fronts.

Publications - Loris, Warana & Waranam, Jungle Telegraph
The timely publication of WNPS's communications including the peer reviewed scientific magazine - Loris Magazine, Warana Magazine and the Jungle Telegraph. Loris and Warana/Vaaranam contain information on flora, fauna, environmental issues and conflicts, and other related topics which are used as engaging platforms to spread awareness, raise funds and connect members. Filled with insightful articles from contributors across the country, the magazines are sent to subscribers with complimentary copies shared with selected school libraries.

Seylan Bank

Seylan Bank, the Bank with a Heart partnered with WNPS WildsKids on the “Up-cycled Waste Items Competition”. Seylan Tikiri, is a pioneer in children’s savings accounts in the country. Apart from inculcating the habit of saving amongst children, Seylan Tikiri also focuses on moulding the future generations of Sri Lanka to be responsible, educated citizens. Seylan Bank is always on the lookout for innovative ways to educate, engage and encourage children on multiple aspects, through digital platforms. Throughout the lockdown period, Seylan Tikiri played an important part in keeping children’s spirits high with a range of online activities such as Tikiri lockdown diary, Tikiri Digital Avurudu, Vesak Pathuma, Tikiri Champ, Story Telling and many more. These activities were able to keep the children engaged and occupied while being indoors.

Wild Kids
In an increasingly technology-reliant world where young children are starting to be dependant on screens and digital technology from a very young age, the connection between nature and humans is being lost and concerted effort must be placed on reconnecting young kids with the natural world. Wild Kids Projects such as 'The Back Yard Photo Competition' and the 'Upcycle Competition' were held with the goald of cultivating a sense of responsibility for our environment by creating opportunities for youngsters to think outside the box, whilst applying their creativity to solve real world problems.

National Development Bank (NDB)

NDB has been the exclusive financial partners of the WNPS Youth Wing and were pivotal in the implementation of the ‘Education for Conservation’ programme' carried out by the WNPS Youth Wing. The program successfully engaged with 58 schools across 12 districts, islandwide, reaching more than 5000 students. Programmes are conducted in the three languages; English, Sinhala and Tamil depending on the region and demographic participating in the programme. NDB remains dedicated to bringing its customers one step closer to accomplishing their life long ambitions and uplifting their standards of living through the range of services that is accessible through its growing branch network.

Youth Wing
"The future belongs to the children". Young people are key to protecting the planet, giving them the necessary knowledge, exposure and resources, and engaging them as equal partners has proven to show positive results. Launched with the primary aim of increasing awareness among school children about conservation and engaging with them to find sustainable solutions, the Youth Wing allows for young members to get involved with WNPS at an early age and shape its future as the next generation of WNPS members.

US Forest Services

US Forest Services is a Federal Agency of the United States with the mandate of managing public lands in the form of national forests and grasslands, provide technical and financial assistance to state and private forestry agencies and make up the largest forestry research organization in the world. Their mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. As part of their moto, US Foresr Services lends international assistance to formulate policy and coordinate U.S. support for the protection and sound management of the world's forest resources. They have generously offered to partner with the Youth Wing on x, y, z in line with their mission.

Youth Wing
"The future belongs to the children". Young people are key to protecting the planet, giving them the necessary knowledge, exposure and resources, and engaging them as equal partners has proven to show positive results. Launched with the primary aim of increasing awareness among school children about conservation and engaging with them to find sustainable solutions, the Youth Wing allows for young members to get involved with WNPS at an early age and shape its future as the next generation of WNPS members.

Wealth Trust Securties

WealthTrust Securities Limited (WTS) is a leading Primary Dealer company under license from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. As one of the largest capitalized non-bank Primary Dealers, Wealth Trust acts as a specialized intermediary in the government securities market with shareholder reserves exceeding Rs. 2.7 Billion as per the audited financial statements for the year ending 31st March 2021 and a Net Asset per Ordinary Share of Rs. 82.03. Our main shareholders consist of Finco Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, SAFE Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, Sierra Holdings (Pvt) Ltd and GENESIIS Software (Pvt) Ltd.

DWC Life Insurance
WNPS proudly initiated Sri Lanka’s first ever Life Insurance Policy for the employees of the DWC effective November 2020. Responsible for maintaining Sri Lanka’s national parks, nature reserves and wildlife in wilderness areas, the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) was established in 1949 with the vision of “Conservation of Wildlife Heritage for Present & Future Generations”. With 62 Sanctuaries, 26 National Parks, 9 Nature Reserves and 3 Strict Nature Reserves under their purview, the employees of the Department of Wildlife Conservation certainly have their work cut out for them. It is often a thankless job on the front-lines, as any DWC field officer will attest. For some field-officers; a workday may drag on to 24 hours and they may be required to put their lives at risk tackling illegal activities such as poaching raids. A Tragically a number of DWC staff have died or been injured, during active service. 8 department officers have been killed and a further 54 injuries have been reported over the last 5 years. Under the DWC Life Insurance Program offered by WNPS, Permanent and Partially Disability Cover to all DWC employees from November 1 st , 2020 until Oct 31 st , 2021 and the WNPS hopes to continue the policy in the following years. The cover is for LKR 500,000 per incident and in order for an employee to be covered, the incident would have to occur during active duty of the DWC employee. Up to 10 incidents per year will be covered by the program. The WNPS was instrumental in the formation of the Department of Wildlife Conservation over 70 years ago, so it is with great pride that the WNPS embarks on this new journey with the DWC, with the common goal of protecting Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity.

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DWC Life Insurance
WNPS proudly initiated Sri Lanka’s first ever Life Insurance Policy for the employees of the DWC effective November 2020. Responsible for maintaining Sri Lanka’s national parks, nature reserves and wildlife in wilderness areas, the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) was established in 1949 with the vision of “Conservation of Wildlife Heritage for Present & Future Generations”. With 62 Sanctuaries, 26 National Parks, 9 Nature Reserves and 3 Strict Nature Reserves under their purview, the employees of the Department of Wildlife Conservation certainly have their work cut out for them. It is often a thankless job on the front-lines, as any DWC field officer will attest. For some field-officers; a workday may drag on to 24 hours and they may be required to put their lives at risk tackling illegal activities such as poaching raids. A Tragically a number of DWC staff have died or been injured, during active service. 8 department officers have been killed and a further 54 injuries have been reported over the last 5 years. Under the DWC Life Insurance Program offered by WNPS, Permanent and Partially Disability Cover to all DWC employees from November 1 st , 2020 until Oct 31 st , 2021 and the WNPS hopes to continue the policy in the following years. The cover is for LKR 500,000 per incident and in order for an employee to be covered, the incident would have to occur during active duty of the DWC employee. Up to 10 incidents per year will be covered by the program. The WNPS was instrumental in the formation of the Department of Wildlife Conservation over 70 years ago, so it is with great pride that the WNPS embarks on this new journey with the DWC, with the common goal of protecting Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity.

Ranger Clothing Project
WNPS Sponsored the outfits for DWC field-officers at selected Protected Areas.The field outfits will be distributed to about 55 officers before the end of July 2021. We are indebted to our DWC field officers who do so much on the ground to protect Sri Lanka’s precious flora and fauna and risk their life and limb to do so.

D.L.& F. De Saram is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest law firms, offering a wide range of legal services for individuals, corporate, domestic, and international clients.

Dung Beetle Project
Dung Beetles have been identified to be a low cost, easily accessible, commercially applicable, Biological Indicator to assess the health of any agricultural landscape. The Dung Beetle project is being led by the University of Sabaragamuwa in collaboration with WNPS who will sponsor the scientific research component. The project aims to develop a validation tool using Dung Beetles as a Biological Indicator, to assess the environmental quality of agricultural land, that can be broadly used by the agricultural sector.

eBEYONDS is a cutting-edge Digital Marketing Solutions Company specialized in Web Design and Development, Website management, eCommerce Website Design. We are thankful to their partnership and assisting us with the best and most innovative digital solutions to make the WNPS Website what it is today.

WNPS Website
WNPS Webite is a repository of knoweldge providing latest information on the Society's projects as well as publications, monthly lectures and more. The Website recently underwent a revamp to increase functionality and make it more user-friendly.

One of WNPS's longest standing partners, Sampath Bank Sampath continued to extend its support towards environmental sustainability by donating Rs. 5/- for each new issuance of a Sampath Debit Card every year since 1994 to WNPS. Through Sampath Bank’s 25 years of commitment to the cause, every user of a Sampath Debit Card can take pride in making an active contribution towards the conservation of wildlife and nature in the country. As a pioneer in digital innovation, Sampath Bank has steered a host of Digital Banking services with an aim to promote the best practices of green banking concept among its customers. Taking a revolutionary step in its effort to reduce carbon footprint, Sampath Bank Head Office was awarded ‘Carbon Neutral Certification’ by Climate Smart Initiatives for 2018. Attested by the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, the carbon neutral certification was a result of a stringent and comprehensive process implemented by the Sampath Bank Head Office and its entire branch network. With environmental sustainability ingrained in its core values, Sampath Bank constantly strives to provide eco-friendly products and services while opening new avenues for everyone in the country to opt for Green Banking while proactively contributing towards environmental sustainability and conservation.

WNPS Admin
WNPS's range of Admin services range from acquiring new members, managing member registration and fees, monthly field trips and nature walks to the organisation and roll out of the very popular Monthly Public Lecture Series.

WNPS Science Fund

The goal of WNPS's Science Fund is to partner with the science and research community in Sri Lanka on projects which will strengthen our understanding of Sri Lanka's flora and fauna and to encourage other conservationists and organisations to adopt more scientific methods in their work. The Society is funding the Herpetological Foundation of Sri Lanka (HFS) to help conduct the research which spans several months, with the project results to be published in peer reviewed international scientific journals as well as WNPS’s Loris Magazine. The rights of the intellectual property arising from the MOU will be shared equally amongst both organizations.

Project on Knuckles through the Herpotological Foundation
In May 2021, WNPS signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Herpetological Foundation of Sri Lanka (HFS) on a project to help habitat conservation of Sri Lanka’s Knuckles World Heritage Site. Mr L. J. Mendis Wickramasinghe is an ecologist, herpetologist and well-known wildlife photographer. He formed the Herpetological Foundation of Sri Lanka (HFS) in 2007, to pursue independent research on Sri Lanka’s herpetofauna (reptiles and amphibians of a particular region, habitat, or geological period) and also provide a platform for young herpetologists to initiate research. He is credited with the discovery of no less than 34 novel species.