Continuing its commitment to environmental stewardship, Nations Trust Bank (NTB) renewed its partnership with the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS).
The Bank signed an agreement to become the sole sponsor of WNPS’s publications – ‘LORIS’, ‘Warana/Varanam’ biannual magazines, and ‘The Jungle Telegraph’ quarterly newsletter in addition to fund- ing the organization’s monthly lecture series.
Commenting on Nations Trust Bank’s efforts to strengthen their relationship with WNPS was Priyantha Talwatte, Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nations Trust Bank. “It is truly an honor and privilege for Nations Trust Bank to be able to con- tinue to support WNPS, one of the oldest societies of its kind in the entire world. Nations Trust Bank is committed to delivering sustainable long term impact. Our choice of partnership with WNPS is an investment in ensuring Sri Lanka’s fauna, flora, and biodiversity are protected for future generations.” Adding further, he said, “Through this partnership, the two renowned publications Loris, Warana/ Waranam, and the Nations WNPS monthly lecture series will expand its reach and educate our citizens to become more sensitive and better appreciate Sri Lanka’s unique biodiversity. The goal for both organizations is to collectively build an ecological consciousness and create a better world for generations to come.”partnership, the two renowned publications Loris, Warana/ Waranam, and the Nations WNPS monthly lecture series will expand its reach and educate our citizens to become more sensitive and better ap- preciate Sri Lanka’s unique biodiversity. The goal for both organizations is to collectively build an ecological consciousness and create a better world for generations to come.”
The Nations WNPS monthly lecture series brings together a lineup of environmental experts to share information on topics ranging from plastic pollution and unsustainable fishing practices to the latest endemic bird to the leopards of Wilpattu National Park. The 60-minute lecture and Q&A session aim to educate and encourage the public to take action on various conservation fronts.
Sriyan de Silva Wijeyeratne, President of the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS), stated, “We would like to express our gratitude towards Nations Trust Bank for constantly advocating for our organization. And allowing us to continue shaping the wild life and nature protection agenda of Sri Lanka. Through collaborations such as this longstanding partnership with Nations Trust Bank, we’re able to conduct scientific research and keep the public informed about the importance of wild life and nature conservation in this country and protect it from further destruction.”
Nations Trust Bank is among the top 15 business establishments in Sri Lanka as ranked by Business Today.
