2025 – World Conference on Drowning Prevention – Egypt

The World Conference on Drowning Prevention is due to take place in the city of Sharm El Sheikh (Egypt).

Sharm El Sheikh is an Egyptian city on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, on the coastal strip along the Red Sea. Its population is approximately 55,000 as of 2023. Sharm El Sheikh is the administrative hub of Egypt’s South Sinai Region, which includes the smaller coastal towns of Dahab and Nuweiba as well as the mountainous interior, St. Catherine and Mount Sinai. The city and holiday resort is a significant centre for tourism in Egypt, while also attracting many international conferences and diplomatic meetings. Sharm El Sheikh is one of the Asian cities of Egypt, it’s also called “the city of peace” referring to the large number of International Peace Conferences that have been held there.

Located on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, Sharm El Sheikh is one of Egypt’s most popular and luxurious resort destinations. Known for its crystal-clear waters, world-class diving, and year-round sunshine, Sharm El Sheikh attracts visitors from around the globe. The Red Sea here is teeming with marine life, making it a top spot for scuba diving and snorkelling. The area also boasts stunning coral reefs, upscale hotels, and vibrant nightlife, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Sharm El Sheikh has become a popular location for scuba diving as a result of its underwater scenery and warm waters.  Two reefs popular with divers are Shark Reef, a vertical wall descending to over 800 metres (2,600 ft), and Yolanda Reef, the site of the wreck of the Yolanda.

The Programme is as follows:

• 13-19 November 2025: Pre Conference Activities
• 18 November 2025: Preparatory Meetings
• 19 November 2025: ILS Commission Meetings and Chancellery Meetings
• 20 November 2025: Meeting of the ILS Board of Directors
• 21 November 2025: World Conference on Drowning Prevention: Day 1.
• 22 November 2025: World Conference on Drowning Prevention: Day 2.
• 23 November 2025: World Conference on Drowning Prevention: Day 3.
• 24-28 November 2025: Post Conference Activities.

Registration:

• Early Registration: from 20/01/2025 to 31/03/2025.
• Normal Registration: from 01/04/2025 to 31/08/2025.
• Late Registration : 01/09/2025 to 31/10/2025.
• Very Late Registration: 01/11/2025 to 20/11/2025.

Themes:

• Assessing the Burden of Drowning
• Drowning Preventive Strategies
• Swimming and Water Safety Education
• Lifesaving and Maritime Rescue
• Environmental Risks in Drowning
• Emergency Response and Medical Care
• Disaster Management and Climate Change
• Drowning in Low & Middle-Income Countries
• Government Role in Drowning Prevention
• Technology and Artificial Intelligence