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Introducing Climate Change Communication into Journalism Education in Sri Lanka

September 20, 2018

SLYCAN Trust in partnership with the Sri Lanka College of Journalism launched the first module on climate change communication for journalists in Sri Lanka on 19th September 2018.

The module focuses on:

  • Creating awareness among journalism students on climate change and related issues which impact at national and international level

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  • Capacity building on effective communication on climate change and sustainable development related topics

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  • Engaging the journalism students in writing on issues related to climate change, sustainable development and environmental protection.

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The lectures are conducted by experts in the fields of climate change, sustainable development and communication,  in all three languages with interpretations where needed. The students will be work with the experts in developing their skills, and communicating for different purposes on the fields of focus, by using different communication platforms.

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Ms. Vositha Wijenayake, Executive Director of SLYCAN Trust with the student journalists.

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Mr. Namiz Musafer, Consultant to Switch-Asia Project speaking on sustainable consumption and production

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For further information kindly contact SLYCAN Trust via email: info@slycantrust.org or call us: 011 744 6238

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SLYCAN Trust

SLYCAN Trust is a non-profit think tank. It has been a registered legal entity in the form of a trust since 2016, and a guarantee limited company since 2019. The entities focus on the thematic areas of climate change, adaptation and resilience, sustainable development, environmental conservation and restoration, social justice, and animal welfare. SLYCAN Trust’s activities include legal and policy research, education and awareness creation, capacity building and training, and implementation of ground level action. SLYCAN Trust aims to facilitate and contribute to multi-stakeholder driven, inclusive and participatory actions for a sustainable and resilient future for all.