Ms. Alisha P. Abeywickrama from Sri Lanka is intensively committed to sustainable development with FSD Global – Friends of the Sustainable Development Global.

For her, sustainability means: “In addition to protecting the environment, all communities should also participate in creating a just and liveable future.”

In a festive ceremony in Colombo, Sri Lanka, she was presented with the “Golden Planet Award” by Mrs. Astrid Arens, President of the Voice Aid Association and Founder D.I.P.E.S.H..

This ceremony was recorded and broadcast by Sri Lankan National Television. In addition to Ms. Abeywickrama, her team was also honored for its outstanding work.

This also marked the start of a successful cooperation between Germany and Sri Lanka.

From left: Kalani, Arens, Abeywickrama, Senewirathna, Malinga

Background to the presentation of the Golden Planet Award 2024

Her contributions focus on promoting sustainable practices and social inclusion. She is actively working on partnerships aimed at addressing key sustainability challenges in Sri Lanka. These include economic diversification, environmental protection and social welfare.

A central goal of her work is the integration of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The focus is particularly on green growth, renewable energies and sustainable agriculture.

Alisha is committed to using unused marine resources in a sustainable way, promoting renewable energy projects and fostering biodiversity in agriculture.

She is also committed to helping disadvantaged population groups to ensure that they have access to important services such as clean energy and economic opportunities. Animal welfare is particularly close to her heart. Her projects, including measures to manage waste and promote renewable energy, demonstrate her commitment to reducing environmental impact while promoting economic growth. Social inclusion is particularly important to her, so that marginalized communities also benefit from sustainable development measures.