 "Known as ‘Sellalihiniya’ in Sinhala, the Sri Lanka Hill Myna is under nearly threatened criteria. It is an omnivorous species which survive on insects, nectar and fruit."
SRI LANKA
UDANI SENANAYAKE
Height: 163 cm
Measurements: 31 in - 25 in - 35 in Career/Education: High School Graduate  |
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS
I grew up away from the capital city while enriched myself with the essence and flavors of nature. I was always enthusiastic about whatever I do. But I was always judged by society because I wanted to try new things all the time. The support from the family helped me throughout my childhood to create the person who I am today.
WHAT IS YOUR MEMORABLE MOMENT?
I have many but the closest one is crowning as Miss Earth Sri Lanka 2022.
ANY SPECIAL STORIES OR FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY?
They give me the freedom to create myself in a way that I am satisfied with.
Never hesitate to show me if I am not right.
Usually, the youngest child is spoiled by other members but for me my family always treat me and my elder brother in the same manner.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE?
Using common shower rooms while my stay at South Korea
WHAT TIPS CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE ECOTOURISM & CLIMATE CHANGE?
One of the best ways of promoting ecotourism is influencing people with the help of celebrities. Celebrities can show a huge impact on ecotourism and create a luxurious image about it on peoples’ hearts.
When it comes to climatic changes the continuous awareness programs designed according to each climatic zone and government participation is important. Tv programs during prime time in countries which educate people is a good impact and starting social media trends to promote actions done to lower the damage from climatic changes is a good tip.
WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD OF YOUR COUNTRY?
The name of my country itself is a reason for me to be proud of,the name ‘Sri Lanka’ means the island that shines brilliantly. When it starts from the land our land is very healthy which can be home for many plant species,no matter how much urbanized area you are moving on to, still there is the sight of green which can heal yourself. My country is rich in pure water although it is a very small island. It is obviously a famous tourist destination where you can experience physical, mental, and spiritual happiness all in one package. Sri Lanka is home to many Worlds’ best tea brands and spices. Sri Lankan cousins consist of a huge variety which I can proudly say no one can stay hungry or lose their appetite when they visit Sri Lanka. The proud history runs back to 2500 years showing well-developed irrigation systems, technologies to melt rocks and make designs and our own unique medications. I am proud of every little thing about my little paradise.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVOCACY?
Every berthing thing on this earth has their own role to maintain, their own perspectives to figure out and their own duties to complete. Once we break that policy of the live world it will no longer be sustainable. As humans, the creature which is known to be most intelligent ,has a huge impact on keeping as well as breaking down these policies of life. Mother earth is very much sensitive to creating a pleasant, comfortable platform for our existence but today the ungrateful hearts of humans have hurt the dedication. In return now we are experiencing a lot of hardships which threaten our existence. Adverse climatic changes, global warming and pollution of the environment are few of them.In the modern world power, money, technology is ruling the world instead of love, humanity, and peace. Wars are going on, nuclear power sources are raging throughout the leading countries. It harms the sustainability of the Earth. Its time to keep our diversities away, which country we are from, what is the religion we believe in, what is the social state we are maintaining at the end if we lose our home those things won’t be with you anymore. Express your thankful heart, add your knowledge in and work on protecting our planet as members of one big family.