Siri Guru Nanak Darbar (SGND) Officer has received a top honour from Life Saving Victoria for spearheading a new initiative to ensure more safety in the water for all residents.
SGND received the President’s Certificate at Life Saving Victoria’s Annual Awards of Excellence to acknowledge the Safely Engaging with Water Program that is spreading fast across the State.
The program was initiated last year at Cardinia Life after a spate of locals tragically drowned. Predominantly targeting, but not exclusive to, those of the multicultural community, the program provides a ten-week course that teaches adults how to swim safely and independently.
The certificate recognises SGND’s “outstanding contribution” to water safety in initiating the program.
“A big thank you to Life Saving Victoria for this recognition and to all our dedicated volunteers, community members, and partners who made this possible,” a statement by SGND read.
The program has expanded significantly in its first year, with interest expressed from across the State.
Greater Dandenong and Manningham councils have implemented programs of their own, with many other areas currently looking to initiate their own course.
