A global forum for drowning prevention
The ILS World Conference on Drowning Prevention brings together the world’s leading experts, researchers, practitioners, policymakers, member organisations and partners.
It provides a global forum for exchanging evidence, experience, systems and ideas across drowning prevention, rescue, lifesaving and water safety—supporting the reduction of death and injury in aquatic environments worldwide.
WCDP News
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WCDP deemed a success, emphasises community engagement and cross‑sector collaboration
The World Conference on Drowning Prevention (WCDP 2025) has been declared a resounding success, with more than 500 delegates from 55 countries coming together to share evidence, innovation, and lived experience to accelerate global action on drowning prevention. Hosted by…
Current conference
WCDP2027
Confirmed conference information will be published in the dedicated WCDP2027 mini-site as it becomes available.
Previous conferences
WCDP Archive
Browse programmes, statements, presentations and other resources from earlier World Conferences on Drowning Prevention.
Looking ahead
WCDP 2029
The invitation to bid for the right to host WCDP 2029 is now closed. Further information will be published when the host is confirmed.