Green Steps – Phase 1.3 Successfully Conducted at Panyalankara Dharmayathanaya

 

Green Steps – Phase 1.3, a Dhamma School Awareness Program, was successfully conducted at Panyalankara Dharmayathanaya, Mapalana, with the participation of Dhamma school students to promote environmental awareness and encourage eco-friendly lifestyles among young minds.

 

The program was organized with the objective of educating students about the harmful effects of plastic pollution and the importance of protecting and respecting nature through simple daily actions. The awareness session was conducted in an interactive and engaging manner through discussions, presentations, mindful learning activities, and educational games that encouraged active student participation throughout the program.

 

During the session, students were educated on how plastic waste negatively affects the environment, animals, and human health, while also learning practical ways to reduce plastic usage and adopt sustainable habits in their daily lives. The activities helped students understand that even small environmentally friendly actions can create a positive impact on society and the natural environment.

 

As part of the program, eco-friendly pens were distributed among the students to encourage sustainable practices and responsible behavior. In addition, Mee plants were distributed to the students, while a special Mee plant was presented to the Nayaka Thero of the temple as a symbol of environmental appreciation and responsibility.

 

The success of this program was made possible through the dedication and teamwork of all volunteers including S.N.V.N.G.D.A. Rathnasiri, Ashini Nimsara, W.M.C.N. Weerakoon, M.A.M. Nesani, Irushi Chanodya, Sanduni Gimhani Thilakarathna, H.P.D Samasha Methmi Baduwaththa, Oshini Imasha, H.L. Prabhashi Nimansa Liyanage, Prathibhani Wickramasinghe, A. Kushan Samuditha, G.V. Hiruni Kaveesha, B.K.T. Sewwandi, P.A. Hansini Kaushalya, Duminda Sampath, Dinew Wettasinghe, Sahan Tharuka, Chathuranga Kaveeshwara, Dhammika Prasad, and A.V.S.L. Karunathilake.

 

Overall, Green Steps – Phase 1.3 was successfully completed and created a meaningful and enjoyable learning experience filled with awareness, unity, and active participation. The program contributed towards building environmental responsibility among students while motivating them to take small but meaningful steps to protect the environment and create a cleaner and greener future.

 

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