Discover BERI

The Biodiversity Education Research Initiative (BERI) stands as an autonomous non-profit organization founded by Thema Collection. Our primary objective is the preservation of Sri Lanka's rich biodiversity through extensive research, fostering awareness, and forging collaborations. Our mission extends beyond safeguarding the nation's ecological heritage; we are dedicated to addressing the pressing social and environmental challenges stemming from the rapid loss of biodiversity in Sri Lanka.Moreover, BERI is committed to tackling broader sustainability issues. We achieve this by providing a platform for insightful discussions and collaborative efforts on various topics related to sustainability. Through these initiatives, we aim to create a positive impact, not only on Sri Lanka's natural landscapes but also on the global conversation surrounding biodiversity and sustainability.

Research

BERI conducts essential research to understand and preserve Sri Lanka's biodiversity. Our projects focus on species conservation, habitat restoration, and the effects of climate change. We aim to influence conservation policies with our scientific findings.

Awareness

Raising awareness is key to our mission. We engage communities through educational programs and campaigns that highlight the importance of biodiversity. Our efforts inspire conservation and sustainable practices.

Collaboration

Raising awareness is key to our mission. We engage communities through educational programs and campaigns that highlight the importance of biodiversity. Our efforts inspire conservation and sustainable practices.

Our team

Advisory Board

Mr. Anushka Perera
Connaissance De Ceylan
Director Operations
Mr. Chamin Wickramasinghe
Thema Collection & Connaissance De Ceylan
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Chandra Wickramasinghe
Thema Collection & Connaissance De Ceylan
Chairman / Managing Director

Team

Mr. Maxime Wickramasinghe
Executive Director
Biodiversity Education Research Initiative
Lathmi Wickramasinghe
Research & Programme Officer
BERI – Sigiriya
Achintha De Zoysa
Research Officer
Gal Oya
Dinuka Wijesundara
Programme Officer
Gal Oya
Vishud Jayathilake
Intern
Gal Oya
Chamal Lakshan
Research & Programme Officer
Mandaramnuwara
Ashan Karunananda
Senior Manager – Sustainability & Product Development
Thema Collection

Senior Experts

Mr. Dhanesh Chathuranga
Consultant
Sustainable Architecture
Mr. Janith Iddawala
Consultant
Internatinal Relations
Mr. Medhisha Gunawardena
Consultant
Ecosystems & Conservation
Connecting

Contact BERI

Have a question or want to collaborate? Reach out to us!

Email
Send us an email
info@beri-initiative.org
Phone
Give us a call
071 708 3838
Office
LE CUBE, 130 High Level Rd,
Colombo 00600, Sri Lanka