WCDP is coming to Perth in December 2023. The conference promises thought-provoking conversation in a diverse and vibrant setting. Abstracts are open for #drowningprevention & #watersafety experts to share their work from across the globe. More: bit.ly/3wLh8iO

The LWC 2024 Competition Program is now available online to download and view. See the dates when your events will be taking place: lwc2024.com/competition/co…

Applications from delegates of Developing Nations for assistance to attend WCDP 2023 are now welcome. Visit the WCDP 2023 website for full information and to download the application form: wcdp2023.com/2023/03/19/fun… Closing date 15 April 2023.

#WCDP2023 issues 2nd call for abstracts. Inviting submissions across 11 themes & specific high-level themes: Govt's role in drowning prevention, emergency management & drowning prevention, and drowning prevention in low/middle-income countries. Read more: bit.ly/43lzAh0

ONE WEEK TO GO...⏳ If your #WCDP2023 abstract was successful, you have until 30 April to accept, register, and pay: bit.ly/43UH6Qa

ILS has today published an updated Competition Rulebook in preparation for LWC 2024. This is effective for all ILS events and ILS Sanctioned events from 1 June 2023. Go to the ILS Website to download your copy: ilsf.org/lifesaving-spo…

LWC 2024 - Early Registrations are officially LIVE 🎉 Be an Early Bird and SAVE €€. No need for specific athlete details - simply register the number of athletes and/or teams to secure your spot. Everything you need to know is here ➡️ bit.ly/3WBhjJy

The first ever #WHA for Accelerated Action on Global #DrowningPrevention was adopted today! Thanks to the Govts of Bangladesh and Ireland for their commitment & leadership on this resolution that will save more lives from drowning.

#WCDP2023 welcomes the adoption of the first World Health Assembly resolution on #DrowningPrevention, during the 76th Assembly, 29 May 2023. Let's gather in #Perth to explore how this resolution can truly make a difference and save lives. #WHA76. More 👉 rb.gy/yg6nb

LWC 2024 – Applications for Technical Officials to apply to officiate are now open. You have until 1st July 2023 to apply for a position. ilsf.org/2023/06/01/lwc…

ILS President honoured - our President, Graham Ford AO has been appointed as an Officer (AO) in the General Division of the Order of Australia for his distinguished national and international service to life saving, and to the community. ilsf.org/2023/06/12/ils…

The ILS Sport Commission has appointed the Chief and Deputy Chief Referees for the Lifesaving World Championships 2024: ilsf.org/2023/07/03/chi… Additionally 426 Technical Officials have applied to officiate. The appointments for these positions will be made in the next 3 months.

The ILS is encouraging all lifesaving members to support the third World Drowning Prevention Day on 25th July 2023. What are you going to do? Let us know what you are going to be doing via #ILS ilsf.org/2023/07/24/wor…

The Qualification process for Lifesaving for The World Games 2025, Chengdu, China is now open and will run until 31 January 2025. See the ILS Website for full details: ilsf.org/2023/08/01/qua…

The ILS announces today the list of Technical Officials appointed to conduct the Lifesaving World Championships 2024 in Australia next year. Congratulations to all who are appointed from 450 applicants! See the full list for each Championships here: ilsf.org/2023/09/06/app…

Kevin Weldon AM It is with great sorrow and regret that the ILS confirms that Kevin Ernest WELDON AM (Australia – Surf) passed away on Friday 10/11/2023. Kevin was the founding President of the ILS and instrumental in the merging of the FIS and WLS. ilsf.org/2023/11/11/kev…

LWC 2024 - the detailed competition programs for the 2024 Lifesaving World Championships are published today - find them on the LWC 2024 website at: lwc2024.com/program/

LWC 2024 – Normal Entries Open – LiveHeats is Live! The ILS is pleased to announce the new LiveHeats entry system has been opened today for Normal entries for the 2024 Lifesaving World Championships (LWC 2024) to be made. Go to lwc2024.com/registration-a… to start entering today!

To make your #WCDP2023 a smooth and enjoyable experience, we have put together the Delegates Information Guide 👉 tinyurl.com/2p9ua4r4 This guide features key details to assist with event need-to-knows, logistical questions, travel advice, what to pack and much more.

The ILS has today published a strong statement about it's commitment to ensuring that lifesaving sport remains a doping-free sport by focusing on the education of anti-doping issues for all who participate in our sport: ilsf.org/2024/02/12/ils…