Core Group for Disaster Relief- Faculty of Medicine University of Colombo

Core Group for Disaster Relief- Faculty of Medicine University of Colombo As a group we try to provide necessary assistance in the health field in case of a disaster.

The organization was formed in 2005 in the faculty of medicine university of Colombo after the Tsunami disaster as there was no organized way of facing such a situation at that time. This organization is the first to come up with a health guideline to be followed in a disaster in Sri Lanka. From there onward the organization has been actively participating and involving in disaster relief, specially in the heath sector educating the student body on disaster management.

" Congratulations to the newly appointed Committee of the Core Group for Disaster Relief! "We look forward to a great ye...
11/08/2025

" Congratulations to the newly appointed Committee of the Core Group for Disaster Relief! "
We look forward to a great year under your leadership and hope that you will carry the torch forward into a new year of disaster prevention and management.
✨🌏⛑️🌊🔥✨

Our heartfelt gratitude to our Outgoing Committee for their dedication and enthusiasm that have been instrumental in the...
11/08/2025

Our heartfelt gratitude to our Outgoing Committee for their dedication and enthusiasm that have been instrumental in the growth of the club. Well done on your excellent tenure! Your legacy will be remembered
✨♥️🫶🏽🌊✨

Moments that made the 20th Anniversary AGM-2025 unforgettable! 📸✨From inspiring speeches by our honoured guests to the w...
11/08/2025

Moments that made the 20th Anniversary AGM-2025 unforgettable! 📸✨

From inspiring speeches by our honoured guests to the warm camaraderie among members, the evening was a perfect blend of reflection, celebration, and vision for the future.

Here’s to the Core Group for Disaster Relief family — 20 years strong and still growing in our mission to serve, protect, and educate. 🌏⛑️💙

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The 20th Anniversary AGM-2025 of the Core Group for Disaster Relief was held on the 7th of August, at the UCFM tower, an...
11/08/2025

The 20th Anniversary AGM-2025 of the Core Group for Disaster Relief was held on the 7th of August, at the UCFM tower, and was graced by the esteemed presence of:
- Prof. Indika Karunathilaka – Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo
- Vidyajothi Senior Prof. Vajira Dissanayaka – Dean, Faculty of Medicine
- and Prof. Priyanga Ranathunga – our newly appointed Senior Treasurer

Congratulations to the *newly appointed Executive Committee* of the *Core Group for Disaster Relief* ! We look forward to a great year under your leadership and hope that you will carry the torch forward into a new year of disaster prevention and management.
✨🌏⛑️🌊🔥✨

✨🔥🌊🌏✨The *Core Group for Disaster Relief* of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo invites all members, alumni,...
23/07/2025

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The *Core Group for Disaster Relief* of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo invites all members, alumni, and well-wishers to the 20th Anniversary Annual General Meeting.

🗓️ Date: 7th August 2025
🕔 Time: 5.00 pm onwards
📍 Venue: Mini Auditorium 2, UCFM Tower, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo

Join us to celebrate 20 years of CGDR- reconnect, reflect on our journey and reimagine a safer, more resilient future for all of us. ✨⛑️

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Project Engage 11 #IMAGINE🤯… You turn your back for two seconds — and your toddler’s sipping toilet cleaner like it’s pi...
03/06/2025

Project Engage 11 #

IMAGINE🤯… You turn your back for two seconds — and your toddler’s sipping toilet cleaner like it’s pineapple juice🧼🧃.
Would you know what to do next😱… or will you be Googling🥲 "How toxic is blue liquid?" while dialing 1990📞?

💥Click the link below to learn what to do when someone accidentally ingests household substances.
(Hint: Do NOT make them vomit!🤮)
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zcgTRpuSmcoWDX9-BkpWN-c9Ji1uMt1Y/view?usp=drivesdk

Project Engage 10 #Imagine🤔… You’re chasing the winning goal⚽, but your tooth flies out before the ball does🫠😖.Would you...
27/05/2025

Project Engage 10 #

Imagine🤔… You’re chasing the winning goal⚽, but your tooth flies out before the ball does🫠😖.
Would you know what to do next😥… or is the Tooth Fairy🧚‍♀️ your only backup plan🥹?

💥Click the link below to learn how to give first aid for a knocked-out tooth (Tooth Avulsion):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yASXX5QMVvFjRussoxJ21wZbSeg5f8ma/view?usp=drivesdk

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The *Core Group for Disaster Relief* proudly congratulates *Professor Indika Karunathilake* on his appointment as the *V...
24/05/2025

The *Core Group for Disaster Relief* proudly congratulates *Professor Indika Karunathilake* on his appointment as the *Vice Chancellor* of the *University of Colombo.*

Prof Karunathilake played a key role in disaster response through the CGDR as a *founding member and the Senior Treasurer since its inception,* guiding student efforts during major crises like the 2004 tsunami, civil conflict, and COVID-19 pandemic. We are proud of his legacy and thankful for his ongoing mentorship.

_Wishing him strength and success in this new leadership role._

Project Engage 8 #Imagine.... 🤔You're at a construction site 👷🏽‍♂️when you hear a loud shout😳. Turning around, you see a...
19/05/2025

Project Engage 8 #

Imagine.... 🤔You're at a construction site 👷🏽‍♂️when you hear a loud shout😳. Turning around, you see a worker holding his arm😨, which is bleeding profusely😵. A severed hand lies nearby😱. The worker is in visible distress and appears to be going into shock😰.

How would you help him?🥺❤️

💥Click the link below to learn to give first aid to a person who has had his hand amputated by an accident
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q2LXf-qd6YvdYusm0Ot7ayQeShZp2r7G/view?usp=drivesdk

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Project Engage 9 #Imagine.... 🤔 You're walking in a park🌳 when you see someone collapsed on the ground😳. He is breathing...
08/05/2025

Project Engage 9 #

Imagine.... 🤔 You're walking in a park🌳 when you see someone collapsed on the ground😳. He is breathing, but very slowly and irregularly😨 and doesn't respond to you😰. His lips are bluish, his pupils are smaller😧. You find a small bag with white powder in his pocket🤐.

What would you do? How would you help him? ❤️🥺

💥 Click the link below to learn to give first aid to a person who has had opioid overdose.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j5hNdmqxYnpHAAHJmKb3fZvbLVoKcquR/view?usp=drivesdk

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🚨 FIRST AID WORKSHOP 2025 – REGISTER NOW! 🚨*A one-day certificate course* Organized by the Core Group for Disaster Reli...
04/05/2025

🚨 FIRST AID WORKSHOP 2025 – REGISTER NOW! 🚨
*A one-day certificate course* Organized by the Core Group for Disaster Relief
In collaboration with St. John Ambulance 🚑

💡Master first aid for burns, electrocution, bleeding, casualties & much more – hands-on, life-saving skills from the experts!

📅 Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Venue: Multipurpose Hall, 5th Floor – UCFM Tower
✅ Fee: Rs. 1000 (includes training and certificate)

Limited seats available – register early to secure your spot!
Registration link: https://forms.gle/Z8MnvrqLrMMeEKew9

The onsite event held on April 4th marked the final highlight of CrisisRx’s Essentials of Disaster Management series!Sur...
04/05/2025

The onsite event held on April 4th marked the final highlight of CrisisRx’s Essentials of Disaster Management series!
Surgeon Captain Duminda Samarawickrama presented on disaster management by the Sri Lanka Navy, and Ms. Kusala Wettasinghe conducted an interactive session on psychological first aid case scenarios.
Throughout the series, local and foreign resource persons introduced the basics of disaster management and preparedness to MBBS and Physiotherapy students, helping them build confidence in emergency response.
Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey!

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