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News · 15 July 2019

Wilpattu Reforestation Program

Thousands of acres of forest have been cut down in Wilpattu and the surrounding areas over the last few years. This has resulted in acres and acres of dry, barren land. With this in mind, the Otara Foundation recently partnered with the Sri Lanka Army in an initiative to reforest Wilpattu and the nearby regions. […]

News · 3 July 2019

Visit to Mihindu Seth Medura

Otara recently had the honor of meeting the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the safety of our nation. She spent the day talking to them and listening to their stories of courage and survival. The visit included entertaining dance and song acts by the soldiers, as well as the presentation of some beautifully han

News · 6 June 2019

Let’s Go Plastic Free

In commemoration of World Environment Day 2019, Otara was invited to participate in the international campaign “One Plastic Free Day” which highlights the impact of single-use plastics. Otara was featured in an article advocating the need for a change in lifestyle to reduce the use of single use plastic. Click here to

The Sri Lanka Tamil Women’s Union Women’s Day Award

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News · 25 March 2019

The Sri Lanka Tamil Women’s Union Women’s Day Award

Otara was honored with an award in recognition of her outstanding excellence and dedication and kindness to all animals by the Sri Lanka Tamil Women’s Union recently. The colorful event was held in commemoration of International Women’s Day 2019.“Thank you and most of all thank you for recognizing the animals. I am onl

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News · 25 January 2019

Chitra Lane School IT Exhibition

Otara recently visited the new IT Department at the Chitra Lane School for the Special Needs Child. An exhibition was held to showcase the different and unique IT skills of over 250 children using computers and tabs. Around 1,000 children currently receive guidance, therapy and training through the school’s IT Resource

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News · 24 January 2019

Otara at the Launch of Hatch

Otara was recently invited to the launch of Hatch; Sri Lanka’s single largest co-working office space, designed exclusively for start-ups. She was also part of the Panel Discussion on “Evolution of Entrepreneurship” alongside HanifYusoof (Founder/CEO, Expolanka Holdings Plc), ShalinBalasuriya (Co-Founder/Director, Spa

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News · 21 January 2019

Embark opens at Kandy Nugegoda

Located at Level 4 of The Kandy Department store at Nugegoda. This shop in shop store is smaller than some of the other stores but offers many of the brand offers; from pooch-inspired merchandise for women, men and kids, including Embark’s signature slogan t-shirt collection, iconic wristbands and vividly printed flip

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News · 17 December 2018

The Embark Volunteer Awards

The very first Embark Volunteer Awards was held at the Lakshman Kadirgama Institute in commemoration of International Volunteers’ Day. The event recognized and celebrated passionate volunteers, while creating an inspirational platform for them to share their valuable experiences with others. Guests at the event include

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News · 15 November 2018

Q & A at London Stock Exchange

Otara was recently invited to be the guest speaker at the London Stock Exchange based in Sri Lanka, to celebrate Foundation Day. She shared her experiences on her work with the Otara Foundation, community projects and advocacy, and held a discussion on the topic of volunteerism.