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Caltex to promote hydro culture heritage

Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC marketers of Caltex branded lubricants has entered into a partnership with the Mihindu Cultural Foundation to launch a highly informative and educational exhibition on Sri Lanka’s hydro-culture and water heritage on ‘Water and Life’. The partnership agreement was signed in Colombo

recently by Managing Director, Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC Kishu Gomes and Chairman, Mihindu Cultural Foundation Kalasoori Sathischandra Edirisingha.

Parallel to the National Farmer’s Day and the National Hydro - Cultural fortnight, Chevron and the Mihindu Cultural Foundation join hands with the primary aim of making the present generation aware of Sri Lanka’s National hydro - cultural heritage; raising awareness among schoolchildren and other urban and rural communities regarding the importance of water resource conservation and utilization for livelihood and socio-economic development of the country. The exhibition will be launched in Colombo next month and rolled out across other key cities throughout the country. Ministerial officials will also attend the event.

The exhibition will be a reformation platform for communities to become aware of this critical need and thereby participate in making a change.

Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC has been involved in many projects within the community. Corporate responsibility has long been the epitome of Chevron’s values and the way it operates.

As a socially responsible organization, Chevron is committed to contributing towards social and economic development of the people and communities.

Russel’s Tea goes for furniture

Russel’s Tea (Pvt) Ltd will diversify into furniture under the brand name of “St Joseph”. The launching ceremony will be held tomorrow at Russel’s head office.

Russel’s Tea (Pvt) Ltd Managing Director, Russel Perera said that initially the company will invest on banquet chairs for sale, and chairs will also be hired for the public. Other furniture items will be available as the second step.

The launch will coincide with their 21 anniversary and the function will be followed by an award ceremony to appreciate the work of its employees. Long Service Awards, Employee of the year, Most Outstanding Steward, Most Outstanding Stewardess, Chef of the year and the Best Sales Person of the year receive awards, Perera said. Russel started business by setting up a company to supply tea to private sector companies and later expanded its business to catering and manufacturing corporate garments.

IDM Computer Studies launches educational programs

IDM launched its Edexcel accredited IDM e-Kids and Teens program. This is the first time that Edexcel has accredited a kiddies’ program. The program comprises three stages: Explorer kids (for three to eight years), Voyager Kids (for nine - 11 years), e-Teens (for 12-14 years) and finally prepare students for London O/L Computing.

On completion of each stage, a student is offered a certificate. The final certificate that one gets after completing all the three stages is a ‘Diploma in ICT Skills’. This Diploma opens the pathway to prepare students for many other Foundation Diplomas namely, Diploma in ICT, PC Assembling and Maintenance, Web Design and Development, Education Studies, Computer Networking or Business Management.

The IDM Computer Studies will launch two education programs - Foundation Diplomas leading to Degree Studies and English Edge Program.

English Edge is aimed at enhancing employability and creating global communicators.

The program is developed and designed keeping in mind the modern day learner. At the heart of the program lies a fine blend of some of the best teaching practices and state-of-the-art technology. English Edge follows the unique ‘Blended Learning’ concept, which is a judicious mix of instructor-led and computer based learning.

The main advantage of the Foundation Diplomas is that they allow students to join a three year B.Sc (Hons) Degree program only with GCE O/L results.

IDM Group of Companies Chairman Dr. Bandu Ranasinghe, members of the Board of Directors at IDM and the officials from Edexcel UK participated: Qualifications and Accreditation Director, Ms. Isabel Sutclisse, Territory Manager - India subcontinent Ms. Premila Paulraj, and Regional Development Manager Suriya Bibille.

OpenArc launches diploma courses

The OpenArc School of Business and Technology has introduced Business Management, accountancy, Human Resources Management and Project Management and several modern courses for the students, who sat the recently concluded Advanced Level examination.

OpenArc School of Business and Technology Director Vijith Sinhabahu said, “Many young men and women who sat the Advanced Level examination this year are languishing at home.

It would take another four to five months for the results to be released. In a bid to nourish their educational qualifications and talents, our institution has introduced a series of diploma courses for professionals in the modern world.

The world today is highly competitive. Instead of idling at home, they can select on appropriate diploma course and earn maximum benefits during that period.

These courses have been introduced at a reasonable fee. These courses will be conducted in air conditioned rooms with laboratory and library facilities.

Our qualified and experienced lecture panel ensures excellence in whatever they do, lecture delivery, tutorial sessions, assignment design, guidance and assessment,” he said.

Breast cancer awareness promoted

A series of activities to create better awareness of breast related issues has planned in October and November by Ceylinco Healthcare Centre.

The campaign comprises activities that would provide women with advice and information on how to prevent or minimise complications associated with breast cancer through regular self - examination and screening that leads to early detection.

The centre will offer free medical consultation pertaining to the breast to all women who walk in to the Centre in October and November.

Senior Medical Officer at the Centre, Dr. Shyama Fernando said, “breast cancer is on the rise in Sri Lanka and around the world. One of the best ways to fight this problem is to improve awareness of the value of early detection through screening.”

She stressed the importance of women past the age of 40 undergoing mammograms as part of a routine health check.

“Breast cancer is the most frequent diagnosed cancer in women and is the leading cause of female cancer-related death. Self examination with regular mammograms can detect up to 90 percent of breast cancers,” she said.

As part of the campaign, Seylan Bank Credit Card holders who purchase breast cancer screening packages will receive a five percent discount on their credit cards, the Centre said.

The Centre will also distribute bookmarks and stickers containing guidelines on how to do self assessments of the breast.

An opportunity has been provided for women who want to make appointments with the centre for breast care consultation to do so through e-channelling.