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(ILS) International Life Saving Federation
ILS is composed of over 120 national lifesaving federations. ILS officials include an internationally elected President and Secretary General, four vice-presidents (each of whom is also president of one of the four geographic regions of the world that make up ILS), and directors from each of the regions.
Fact: Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death in every country of the world. A drowning occurs somewhere in the world every two minutes, with more than 250,000 every year. |
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International Lifesaving Objectives include:
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Improve aquatic life saving and resuscitation techniques |
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Develop life saving education |
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Exchange practical, medical, technical, and scientific experiences |
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Spread aquatic life saving skills to every corner of the world |
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Help prevent pollution of our waters |
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Encourage uniformity in life saving equipment, symbols, signs, and laws |
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Promote and organise life saving sports and competitions |
Patrons of ILS include His Royal Excellency King Carl XVI of Sweden and the Honorable Nelson Mandela of South Africa. ILS is recognised by several international organisations, including:
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The World Health Organization of the United Nations (WHO) |
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The International Red Cross and Red Crescent (IRC) |
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) |
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The International Military Sports Council (CISM) |
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