BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Grit Game - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Grit Game X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thegritgame.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Grit Game REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326 DTSTAMP:20260412T042129 CREATED:20250612T223546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T171010Z UID:2620-1774224000-1774483199@thegritgame.com SUMMARY:International Water Safety Conference & Exhibition 2026 DESCRIPTION:INTERNATIONAL WATER SAFETY CONFERENCE & EHIBITION 2026The National Water Supply and Drainage Board is honored to invite you to the 2026 IWA International Water Safety Conference and Exhibition (IWA–WSCE) in Ratmalana\, Sri Lanka. Building on the resounding success of the 2024 conference in Toronto\, Canada\, this premier event will bring together global experts to advance the conversation on water safety and sustainability. The Conference is conducted by the National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWSDB) with the assistance of the International Water Association (IWA) Join leading professionals from academia\, industry\, government\, regulatory bodies\, and international organizations as we explore the latest research\, innovative solutions\, and practical applications in water safety. Key focus areas include:Water Safety Plans (WSPs)Climate-Resilient Water Safety PlanningAuditing of Water Safety PlansSanitary Safety PlansChallenges in Drinking Water RegulationsEmergency and Incident ManagementInnovations in Water and Sanitation SystemsSustainable Water Quality MonitoringSince the formation of the IWA Water Safety Planning Specialist Group (SG)\, one of our core missions has been to expand and strengthen this vital series of conferences. We are proud to be at the forefront of organizing and promoting this global gathering of expertise and collaboration. Join in the fun for Ratmalana for insightful discussions\, invaluable networking opportunities\, and meaningful knowledge exchange. Water Safety Plans (WSPs) are recognized as the global standard for ensuring the safety and reliability of drinking water supplies\, making this conference more relevant than ever. In a rapidly evolving landscape\, sharing experiences and lessons learned is critical to driving progress. Be part of this landmark event! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time: \n March 23\, 2026\n\n \n \n - \n\n March 25\, 2026\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Website: \n https://www.waterboard.lk/conference/iwa/\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Google Calendar\n\n \n iCalendar\n\n \n Outlook 365\n\n \n Outlook Live\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Center of Excellence for water and Sanitation (cewas) \n \n \n Address:\n \n\nNo. 10\, Egodahena Road\n \n\n Ratmalana\n\n\n Sri Lanka\n\n\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n View Venue Website \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AVOID ONSITE REGISTRATION AND \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration coming soon\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Travel Recommendations \n \n \n \n By Air: Ratmalana is home to Ratmalana Airport\, which primarily serves domestic flights. International travelers typically arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo\, about 40 km north of Ratmalana. From there\, you can take a taxi\, private transfer\, or train to reach Ratmalana.By Train: The Ratmalana Railway Station connects to Colombo and other major cities via Sri Lanka Railways.By Road: You can reach Ratmalana via private car\, taxi\, or bus from Colombo. The drive takes approximately 45 minutes\, depending on traffic. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations \n \n \n \n Ice Berg: Highly rated with a 4.9-star review.Mount Lavinia Hotel:  A polished hotel overlooking the sea\, featuring three restaurants\, a spa\, and an outdoor pool.The Beach Villa: A cozy stay with a 5-star rating.Beverly Suites: Comfortable accommodations with a 4.6-star rating.Green Eye Apartments & Hotel: A well-rated option in Boralesgamuwa.Sycamore Residences: Another 4.6-star rated stay.Duw’s White House: Located in Mount Lavinia\, offering a 4.1-star rating. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n restaurant recommendations \n \n \n \n Chinese Dragon Café: Mount Lavinia A long-standing favorite for Chinese cuisine with over 1\,600 reviews. Open until 11 PM.Pot Biriyani Ratmalana: Popular for delivery\, this biriyani spot opens at 8:30 AM and has a 3.8 rating. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nearby Attractions \n \n \n \n Rathmalana Beach: A scenic spot in Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia.Sri Lanka Air Force Museum: Features a small theater and a simulated flight ride.Borupana Junction: A notable traffic control system.Attidiya Bird Sanctuary: A free-entry sanctuary with diverse bird species.Kandawala Lake: A peaceful park with a 4.7-star rating.Mount Lavinia Beach Rock Side: A relaxing coastal area\, best enjoyed between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM.Sumanaramaya Vesak Thorana: A cultural attraction. 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