The Benevolent Society will hold two family friendly free Beach Safety events on the Central Coast in September.
In response to alarming statistics revealing that 25% of drownings in NSW during 2023 involved members of the culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community, the society is taking action.
“Last year, our own region mourned the tragic loss of a young life from the CALD community – an avoidable tragedy that underscores the need for inclusive water safety education,” a spokesperson said.
The Community Beach Safety Event will bring together Central Coast Council Life Guards, surf lifesavers and Bruce “Hoppo” Hopkins from Bondi Rescue.
Splash Of Colour -a multicultural swimming school will also be in attendance, along with Children’s Water Safety author Louise Lambeth, multicultural leading organisation MOSAIC, community organisations, and local families.
The events will promote beach safety through engaging demonstrations, multilingual resources and interactive activities.
“It’s more than an event – it’s a movement to ensure that every person, regardless of background, feels confident and safe at our beaches,” the spokesperson said.
The events will be held from 11am-2pm on September 4 at The Entrance Surf Club and on September 11 at Ocean Beach Surf Club.
For more information call 0422 141 717.
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