2025 – Green Cross

GREEN LANE DIARY PROGRAM - 2025

The Green Lane Diary Program 2025 builds on the success of previous years, empowering students, encouraging creativity, and raising awareness of environmental responsibility. Through interactive activities, the program continues to nurture young leaders committed to sustainability.

Introduction to Students

Green Cross Sri Lanka collaborated with selected schools to introduce the 2025 Green Lane Diary Competition. 4,319 diaries were distributed to encourage students to record their ideas and creative projects. All completed diaries were collected by early October, supporting the development of environmentally responsible future leaders.

Green Lane Awards Ceremony 2025

The Awards Ceremony was held on 1 November 2025 at K.I.U. University. The event was graced by teachers who interacted with the winners, marking the successful conclusion of the program.

The winners of the poster drawing competition and the 90 finalists of the Green Lanes Diary Project, and the top ten national winners were recognized, and certificates and awards were presented to students and teachers. A special appreciation speech was delivered by Ms. Swarnalatha, a teacher at WP/JP Upper Bomiriya Junior College.

2025 Competition Winners

First Place: Kenudi Kiwenya Manimendra – B.P./Jaya/ Lanka Sabha Primary School, Battaramulla
Second Place: Rehansa Thanudhi Samarakkody – B.P./Jaya/ Lanka Sabha Primary School, Battaramulla
3rd Place: A.W. Rasali Wiyama Yasmin – WP/JP Upper Bomiriya Junior College, Kaduwela
4th Place: B.M. Yasara Sithumini Basnayake – WP/HO Army School, Panagoda

Green Cross Sri Lanka Children’s Environmental Trip – Seethawaka Botanical Garden & Seethawaka Miracle Hotel

Date: 22 December 2025

Green Cross Sri Lanka successfully conducted a Children’s Environmental Trip to the Seethawaka Botanical Garden and Seethawaka Miracle Hotel on 22 December 2025. The program was organized under the guidance of Ms. Thishani Rodrigo, Director of Green Cross Sri Lanka. The trip provided students with the opportunity to connect with nature, learn about environmental conservation, and engage in both educational and recreational activities. Although one student was unable to attend due to personal reasons, the program was completed as planned.

At Seethawaka Botanical Garden, students observed a wide variety of plant species and participated in a guided nature walk, enhancing their knowledge of the environment and biodiversity. The group then visited Seethawaka Miracle Hotel, where they were welcomed with refreshments and later enjoyed a well-arranged lunch. Afternoon recreational activities such as badminton and table tennis promoted teamwork, healthy interaction, and physical activity among the children.

The event concluded with evening tea and a reflection session, during which students shared their experiences and learning outcomes. Participants returned home with memorable and meaningful environmental learning experiences.

Green Cross Sri Lanka is part of the global Green Cross network consisting of 30 entities worldwide, all committed to promoting environmental protection, sustainability, and education among younger generations.

Accompanying Teacher:

Mrs. U. P. A. Udumullage

Participating Students:

Kenudi Kivenya Manimendra – Lanka Sabha Primary, Battaramulla
Rehansa Tharunadi Samarakkody – Lanka Sabha Primary, Battaramulla
A. W. Rasaali Viyama Yasmine – Ihala Bomiriya K.V., Kaduwela
B. M. Yasara Sithumini Basnayaka – Army School, Homagama
Bethmage Punhara Jithuni Akeesa – Dharmapala College, Pannipitiya
Mandeena Methsiluni Eshwarage – Lanka Sabha Primary, Battaramulla
N. Thavisha Sihalkith Perera – Lanka Sabha Primary, Battaramulla
H. M. Thinuli Akenya Herath – Ihala Bomiriya K.V., Kaduwela
P. G. Pobavee Ranulya – Army School, Panagoda