Water Safety Management

WSM

The project aims to improve water safety education in Estonia and Latvia to reduce drownings and water-related accidents. It is a joint effort between Watergratt Pirita NGO (WG) and the Latvian Beach Lifeguard Association (LGPA).

The project addresses the low level of water safety awareness among young people and the lack of preventive education provided by local services. By enhancing education on water safety, the initiative hopes to create a safer environment for youngsters near and on the water.

Expected results

The main result of the project is the creation of a practical solution to improve water safety education in Estonia and Latvia. The primary outcome is a unified, comprehensive preventive methodology for 14-18-year-olds, providing both theoretical and practical skills. This methodology is designed to be easily transferable, user-friendly, and adaptable to the specific needs of different end users, including those from fewer-opportunity groups.

The methodology will be used by partner organisations in their youth educational programs, such as extracurricular classes in schools and youth centres. It will also be promoted among national institutions in Estonia and Latvia, including the Estonian Rescue Department, Estonian Police and Border Guard, and other NGOs focused on water safety, to incorporate it into their programs.

Expected results

The main result of the project is the creation of a practical solution to improve water safety education in Estonia and Latvia. The primary outcome is a unified, comprehensive preventive methodology for 14-18-year-olds, providing both theoretical and practical skills. This methodology is designed to be easily transferable, user-friendly, and adaptable to the specific needs of different end users, including those from fewer-opportunity groups.

The methodology will be used by partner organisations in their youth educational programs, such as extracurricular classes in schools and youth centres. It will also be promoted among national institutions in Estonia and Latvia, including the Estonian Rescue Department, Estonian Police and Border Guard, and other NGOs focused on water safety, to incorporate it into their programs.

Duration 01.07.2024 - 31.12.2025

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Programme priority

Improved public services

Programme objective

PO7 - Improved public services and solutions for the citizens

Lead partner

Watergratt Pirita NGO

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