Wavez 2025, Organized by AIESEC in University of Kelaniya Brings Youth Together for the Ocean at Wellawatte Beach

On July 20th, over 160 passionate young individuals from Sri Lanka and across the globe came together at Wellawatte Beach for Wavez 2025, a youth-led environmental initiative organized by AIESEC in University of Kelaniya. The event made a meaningful impact through a combination of awareness-building, education, and direct environmental action.

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Wavez 2025 was launched with the belief that young people, when engaged in innovative and hands-on ways, can become lifelong advocates for the planet. The goal was not just to clean a beach, but to cultivate environmentally conscious habits that shape better decisions and spark real change.

The event featured two core activities: an Awareness Walk and a Beach Cleanup.

Before the walk began, participants gathered to hear from Subahsi Tania de Silva, a journalist and climate activist. Sharing her personal story, she encouraged everyone to recognize the power of youth in driving climate action and called for more active public involvement in environmental efforts.

The Awareness Walk kicked off around 9:00 AM near St. Peter's College, Colombo 04, proceeding along Galle Road and Marine Drive, finally reaching the beach just before the Wellawatte railway station. Carrying eye-catching posters and slogans, participants spread an important message to the public about protecting our oceans and addressing coastal pollution.