The Maatschappij was founded in 1767 to promote all forms of enterprise that might help to lower the incidence of drowning in the Netherlands. The Maatschappij implements this goal:
* By supplying information to the public on rescue and reanimation methods.
* By funding research into the prevention of drowning.
* By awarding medals to individuals for successful rescue attempts.
De Maatschappij tot Redding van Drenkelingen is Corresponding Member since 2001.
In 2004, the MRD organised the World Drowning Congress with a participation of over 2,000 people.
Details
Society for the Saving of Drowning Victims -
ILS Regional Branch: Europe
Member Status: Corresponding Member
Contact Details
Rokin 114 B
Amsterdam
Netherlands
Tel: (31.20) 624.17.63
Fax: (31.20) 627.13.17
Web: www.drenkeling.nl