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Learning beyond borders: reflections from the conference in Vietnam with IFSTA-members

This week, professionals from different countries gathered in Vietnam for a unique conference focused on swimming education, water safety and international collaboration. Four IFSTA members from Vietnam, Uganda, Malaysia and the Netherlands were also involved. The conference was organised by the RNLI, Royal Life Saving Society, Commonwealth Drowning Prevention and…

Nathan Mills11th May 2026

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The Theme for World Drowning Prevention Day 2025

The theme for World Drowning Prevention Day 2025 was "Your story can save a life". This theme encouraged individuals, families, and communities to share their experiences related to drowning prevention, promoting awareness and inspiring action. Ha Long Bay tragic incident On 19 July 2025, the tourist boat Wonder Sea capsized…

Nathan Mills20th August 2025

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IFSTA Conference 2025 in Egypt and the World Conference of Drowning Prevention

The next IFSTA conference will take place on Monday 24th November at the Park Regency, Sharm El Sheikh Resort This will follow on from the Workd Conference of drowning Prevention which will be taking place on 21-23 November at the same hotel. Further information can be found at wcdp2025.com.

Brett Preston22nd May 2025

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Water Safety Ireland – World Drowning Prevention

Water Safety Ireland issued a 5-year National Drowning Report for WDPD Please click here for further information You will also find lots of water safety images that were posted online and in the press, and a letter of support from the President of Ireland, and a WDPD auction of new…

Jason Watkins30th July 2024

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Swim Lessons Save Lives!

Every four years, we have the privilege of witnessing the greatest athletes in all sports competing at the highest level. As families across the globe tune in to the 2024 Olympic Trials for swimming, it's an excellent opportunity to consider enrolling your children, as well as yourself, if you don't…

Jason Watkins10th July 2024

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SWIMCON24 – Sunshine Coast, Australia

SWIMCON24 is set to make waves this September Friday 20 – Sunday 22 on the Sunshine Coast, offering a dynamic program that includes keynote speakers, panel discussions, practical workshops, a swim school tour, and an exhibitor hall featuring Australian and International aquatic products, services and suppliers. SWIMCON24 will also host…

Brett Preston27th June 2024

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‘Blue Dragon Emerging From the Water’

Fiery New Short Stories Illustrate the Importance of Water Safety "An estimated 236,000 people drown every year, and drowning is among the ten leading causes of death for children aged 5-14 years. More than 90% of drowning deaths occur in rivers, lakes, wells, domestic water storage vessels and swimming pools…

Brett Preston25th June 2024

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International Learn to Swim and Survive 2024

The Vietnam Swimming & Lifesaving Company Demonstrate International Learn to Swim and Survive.

Jason Watkins4th June 2024

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IFSTA Annual Conference 2025 and the World Aquatic Development Conference

The next IFSTA annual conference will take place on Monday 13 January 2025 at the Scandic Star Hotel in Lund, Sweden. (More details to follow shortly). Our annual meeting will be held following The World Aquatic Development Conference on 9-12 January 2025. Should you also wish to attend the The…

Jason Watkins25th March 2024

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VSLC Attend World Conference on Drowning Prevention 2023

Vietnam Swimming & Lifesaving Company attended the World Conference on Drowning Prevention in Perth Australia, December 2023. Prior to the conference Graham Buckley and Garry Seghers took part in the sea swimming event on Rottnest Island and met the local inhabitants the Quokka pictured here with Garry. Garry was also…

Jason Watkins26th January 2024

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