by michelle | May 25, 2026 | Asia-Pacific, Members, News
The International Life Saving Federation (ILS) is pleased to welcome Surf Life Saving Bangladesh (SLSB) as its newest Associate Member, recognizing the organization’s growing leadership in drowning prevention, lifesaving sport and beach safety across Bangladesh....
by michelle | May 12, 2026 | Governance, Humanitarian, Member, Members, News
The International Life Saving Federation (ILS) has accepted an invitation from the World Health Organization (WHO) to join the WHO Global Alliance for Drowning Prevention. This step recognises and strengthens a longstanding collaboration between ILS and WHO,...
by michelle | Apr 29, 2026 | Asia-Pacific, News, Ocean
A new global surf racing competition – Guardians League – is bringing together elite athletes from lifesaving, athletics, kayaking and swimming to compete in a high-performance, team-based format on iconic beaches around the world. The six-team franchise-based...
by michelle | Apr 27, 2026 | Humanitarian, News
International Life Saving (ILS) is bringing together experience from across the lifesaving community to help shape a stronger international approach to Public Rescue Equipment (PRE). PRE can play an important role in drowning prevention by providing flotation and...
by michelle | Apr 27, 2026 | Governance, News
The International Life Saving Federation (ILS) is encouraging its members and sporting community to celebrate Play True Day on Friday 17 April, an annual global initiative led by the World Anti‑Doping Agency (WADA) to promote integrity and fairness in sport. Over the...
by michelle | Apr 27, 2026 | Asia-Pacific, News
A landmark water‑safety initiative has reached the Federated States of Micronesia for the first time, as the Japan Lifesaving Association (JLA), backed by exceptional support from The Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, delivered a three‑day training program to...