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Saving Sri Lanka’s Gentle Giants: Our Commitment to Orphaned Baby Elephants
Who We Are & What We Do
At MediMax Ceylon by E-house, we believe in making a difference beyond just selling quality products. That’s why 5% of our profits go toward protecting orphaned baby elephants in Sri Lanka, ensuring they receive the essential meals, medical care, and protection they need to survive and thrive.
The Elephants of Sri Lanka: A National Treasure in Crisis
Sri Lanka is home to the Sri Lankan elephant (Elephas maximus maximus), a subspecies of the Asian elephant that plays a crucial role in the island’s ecosystem and cultural heritage. The country's lush forests, grasslands, and national parks serve as natural habitats for approximately 7,000 elephants. However, despite their cultural significance, these majestic animals face severe threats due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-elephant conflict (HEC).
The Human-Elephant Conflict: A Growing Concern
One of the biggest threats to elephants in Sri Lanka is human-elephant conflict (HEC), which arises when elephants venture into villages and farmland in search of food due to shrinking forests. This conflict has devastating consequences:
- Over 300 elephants are killed annually due to retaliation or accidents.
- More than 100 humans lose their lives each year in elephant encounters.
- Baby elephants often become orphaned when their mothers are killed, leaving them vulnerable to starvation and disease.
Orphaned Baby Elephants: The Impact of the Crisis
When a mother elephant is killed, her calf is left helpless. Baby elephants rely on their mothers for milk, protection, and learning survival skills. Without intervention, many orphans face:
- Starvation due to the inability to find proper food.
- Increased vulnerability to predators and diseases.
- Psychological trauma from losing their herd.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage: A Safe Haven
Established in 1975, the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka is a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and caring for orphaned elephants. The facility provides:
- Food and medical care for elephants in need.
- A natural environment for elephants to socialize and grow.
- Conservation programs aimed at ensuring the long-term survival of Sri Lankan elephants.
Our Mission: Protect & Sustain
Our mission is simple: To contribute to the protection, nourishment, and well-being of orphaned baby elephants in Sri Lanka by providing funding for food, medical care, and conservation efforts.
How We Use the 5% Contribution
Every purchase you make helps fund:
- Nutritious meals for orphaned elephants.
- Essential medical treatments and veterinary care.
- Habitat protection efforts to minimize human-elephant conflict.
- Support for elephant sanctuaries like Pinnawala.
- Awareness campaigns to educate the public on conservation.
List of Activities Supported
- Food & Nutrition – Providing milk and a well-balanced diet for baby elephants.
- Medical Assistance – Covering costs for vaccinations, treatments, and rehabilitation.
- Rescue & Rehabilitation – Supporting efforts to rescue elephants affected by HEC.
- Elephant Welfare & Research – Assisting in scientific studies to improve elephant conservation.
- Human-Elephant Conflict Mitigation – Promoting safe co-existence strategies.
- Support for Elephant Sanctuaries – Contributing to facilities that provide long-term care.
Join Us in Making a Difference
When you shop with us, you’re not just buying a product—you’re becoming part of a mission to protect Sri Lanka’s elephants for future generations. Together, we can create a sustainable future for these magnificent creatures.
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