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Great news – swimming is not just a fun activity, but an essential life skill! 🌊 Having swimming facilities within schools is a privilege that equips students with a skill they'll carry with them for a lifetime. The impact of this can be life-changing for future generations, and it's exciting to see initiatives like this shaping the future of our young learners. Read more about how swimming in schools will benefit students for years to come: [Link to article] #Education #LifeSkills #Swimming #FutureGenerations #SchoolOpportunities #ChildDevelopment

In the rhythmic pulse of Brazil's waters, we're crafting a symphony of safety and empowerment. We're not merely teaching swimming; we're weaving lifelines for children. Join our movement to turn the tides towards safer futures in Brazil. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3JJOPru #SwimTayka #SwimDo #DrowningPrevention

Such a vital life skill and such valuable facilities for their local communities. Great to hear of this investment being made. Reducing running costs through improved MEP & Filtration along with improving the buildings thermal envelop performance can dramatically improve a leisure centres running cost, and thus long term viability. Matt Ganley, interesting! #investment #leisure #local #swimming

In the rhythmic pulse of Brazil's waters, we're crafting a symphony of safety and empowerment. We're not merely teaching swimming; we're weaving lifelines for children. Join our movement to turn the tides towards safer futures in Brazil. #SwimTayka #SwimDo #DrowningPrevention 🇧🇷" Learn more: https://buff.ly/3JJOPru

In the rhythmic pulse of Brazil's waters, we're crafting a symphony of safety and empowerment. We're not merely teaching swimming; we're weaving lifelines for children. Join our movement to turn the tides towards safer futures in Brazil. #SwimTayka #SwimDo #DrowningPrevention 🇧🇷" Learn more: https://buff.ly/3JJOPru

Amidst the rhythmic waves of Brazil's waters, we are creating a harmony of safety and empowerment. Our mission goes beyond teaching swimming; we are forging lifelines for children. Be a part of our initiative to steer Brazil towards a safer future. Discover more: https://buff.ly/3JJOPru #SwimTayka #SwimDo #DrowningPrevention

Summer’s here, and it’s all about fun by the water! But when it comes to young children swimming, #WaterSafety is key. Are you prepared to step in if there’s an emergency? Knowing #CPR could mean the difference between life and tragedy. Make sure you're equipped with the skills to act confidently when every second counts. Let’s keep our little ones safe while making memories. Get #CPRCertified today and be ready to make a difference. Learn more & book your spot! https://loom.ly/Pi-CPUo #FirstAid #BePrepared #SummerSafety

Generational beliefs, fears, and myths, combined with inequitable access to water resources and basic swim instruction, has left nearly 60% of Black and Brown children are unable to swim or uncomfortable in the deep end of the pool. Without the essential life skill of swimming, these children are 8 times greater risk of drowning. AquaMissions is determined to dispel the commonplace myths, fears and stereotypes about the dangers and inaccessibility of water and swimming and equip Black and LatinX children in Cleveland with access to life-saving water safety and swimming instruction. Following is a Policy Statement on the century-long problem of inequitable access to water resources and swim instruction for minorities, and recommendations to change the trajectory of water-related accidents and deaths among Black and Brown children in Cleveland.

Summer is here, and it's time to revisit water safety tips! At Friends of the Children - Houston, we know that children of color face a higher risk of drowning. Did you know 64% of Black and Indigenous kids do not know how to swim? This highlights the need for water safety education. Swimming lessons can reduce drowning risk by 88% for kids aged 1-4. However, access has been limited for many families of color. Check out your local YMCA that offers water safety and swimming lessons for youth and families in our community. Stay safe this summer! Remember: Always supervise children near water. Teach basic swimming skills. Use life jackets for young/inexperienced swimmers. Avoid alcohol when swimming/supervising swimmers. Enjoy the water safely! #WaterSafety #SummerSafety #FriendsHouston #YMCA #SwimLessons

Nearly 40% of Australian kids aren’t able to swim 50 metres or float for more than 2 minutes by age 12. This alarming trend has serious safety implications, especially as kids start swimming independently. "While many families introduce swimming early, children often leave lessons too soon—missing out on vital life-saving skills taught later," says Justin Scarr, CEO of Royal Life Saving Australia. Accessibility and cost are major barriers, making it tough for many to continue lessons as children grow. Let’s make water safety a priority for every child in Australia. For more visit: https://bit.ly/3NHT8pl #SwimAndSurvive #WaterSafety #DrowningPrevention #SwimmingLessons #NationalBenchmarks