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Protector of the Pearl - Volunteer

Are you passionate about protecting our oceans? Join us as a volunteer to make an impact by taking part in various projects that aim to conserve our marine environment.

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Pearl Protector Approved

Accredited Standardization Certificate

The Pearl Protectors launched the ‘Pearl Protector Approved’ Accredited Standardization Certificate, which for the first time recognizes restaurants and food vendors in Sri Lanka that eliminate single-use plastic items based on three levels of commitments.

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Clean a Shoreline

Even though beach cleanups are not the solution to the plastic crisis, the importance of keeping our beaches clean cannot be overstated. With Sri Lanka’s favorite destination being the coast, recreation and tourism are integral in providing a livelihood for coastal communities. Plastic-free beaches are also a must for the conservation of the five out of the seven species of sea turtles that come ashore on our beaches to lay eggs.

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Report a Dead Marine Animal

If you have come across a dead turtle, whale, dolphin, shark or another marine animal, report to us so that relevant authorities can be alerted.

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Plastic-Free Lifestyle

Plastic pollution is raving our marine environment. The best solution is to Reduce and Refuse ‘Single use Plastic’. Make the switch to a plastic free lifestyle and inspire.

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Support Us

You can support any of our initiatives by spreading the awareness and by  making a simple donation or with any relevant resources. Every small contribution will lead towards a greater impact.

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Code of Conduct

  1. Compassionate in protecting and conserving the marine environment of Sri Lanka.
  2. Acknowledge confidentiality which is required both during and after the volunteer tasks. Sharing ideas, content, project concepts, project proposals, volunteer personal information with any outside third-party individual or group is prohibited.
  3. Adhere to established emergency measures and precautions.
  4. Always be a team player with a positive attitude.
  5. Be responsible of the personal hygiene and wellbeing of personal health.
  6. Always be reliable, flexible, punctual and adhere to allocated times of assignments.
  7. Always ensure prioritizing personal safety and security.
  8. Inspire volunteerism and actively engage in advocating “The Pearl Protectors” mission.
  9. Report any grievances/concerns/complaints/feedback with the coordinator or assigned volunteer site leader.
  10. Show respect to all without discrimination of race, gender, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, language, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, political conviction, or any other feature.
  11. Uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct as well as values inherent in volunteerism, such as commitment, engagement, and solidarity.
  12. Use efficiently and be responsible of the equipment and resources provided.
  13. Be always innovative, creative, and inspiring in sharing ideas and concepts that directly or indirectly contributes towards protecting the marine environment.
  14. Reflect dedication, motivation and resilience while volunteering as a Protector of the Pearl.
  15. Contribute towards ‘The Pearl Protectors’ cause through volunteering or partnering without expecting personal benefits related to monetary, social exposure and/or social incentives.
  16. Be encouraged in networking, increasing skill and experience capacity and/or be innovative.
  17. Adhere with the construct of local rules, regulation and policy which are restricted to the geography of the volunteering task.
  18. Share positive comments, feedback, experience with other Protectors of the Pearl.
  19. Refrain from representing other social groups, organizations or interest groups while volunteering unless prior agreed upon.
  20. Refrain from directly or indirectly harming the marine environment, marine life, marine habitat.
  21. Refrain from using any inappropriate, offensive action and/or attitude orally or physically to any individual or organization.
  22. Refrain from undertaking or supporting any criminal and/or illegal activities.
  23. Refrain from consuming, selling, distributing, any cigarettes, alcohol and/or performance impairing medication.
  24. Refrain from practicing any physical, sexual, inappropriate conduct.
  25. Actively engage in a personal lifestyle which promotes marine environment protection while advocating towards inspiring more individuals.
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