October 2010- Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
The reclaimed beach was the site for a festival this past summer. It's amazing how it has become a vibrant part of the community and a destination for natives after years of consistent upkeep and care.
March 2007 - Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
The monthly Beach Cleanups are continuing, and C.O.L.O.R. rewarded the local youth volunteers for their hard work with a recognition party and certificates. The beach now draws crowds of locals and the revitalization has caught the attention of the district mayor! Local officials now plan to put in a fresh water shower for swimmers.
January 2006 - Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
The beach cleanup is going well. C.O.L.O.R. volunteers from the US helped with this months cleaning and had the children create environmental awareness posters for the area around the beach and reef. We are happy to report that the beach is becoming a popular place for locals.
January 2005 - Galle Fort, Sri Lanka
C.O.L.O.R. is sponsoring a local volunteer cleanup of the beaches and reefs surrounding Fort Galle, Sri Lanka. We provide equipment, lunch, and refreshments to the community during clean up projects.
The beaches have been cleaned many times but debris is still a constant problem. This is partially due to the tsunami, but mostly due to a lack of environmental education in the communities. Through directed clean up actions and hiring local caretakers we hope to improve the beaches for people and local wildlife to enjoy, as well as leading by example to expand environmental awareness.
C.O.L.O.R. supports the "leave no trace" philosophy.
If you would like to donate money for the Beach and Reef Cleanup, just specify when making your donation.