Local environmental NGOs to support Sri Lanka
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Johanna T.•1635 rep•213
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Top recommendations: Wildlife Conservation Society Sri Lanka (research + policy), Environmental Foundation Ltd (EFL — legal advocacy), Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society, Sri Lanka Nature Group, Turtle Conservation Project, Coastal Livelihoods NGO. All accept international donations, have local staff.
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Small donations (25-100 USD) are meaningful. For hands-on: several run volunteer weekends for beach cleanups, tree planting, reef surveys. Ask before travel; some programs need 6-8 week lead time. Avoid: NGOs that are mostly office-based with unclear on-ground impact.
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