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Who We Are
Working to Prevent Drowning and Save Lives
Great Lakes Life Saving Society (GLLSS) is a Uganda-based organization dedicated to preventing drowning and building safer communities through water-safety education, lifesaving training, first ain and emergency preparedness.
We work with communities, schools, work[places and organizations to build the knowledge and practical skills needed to prevent emergencies and respond when they occur.
OUR IMPACT
Turning knowledge into safer communities
1800+
People Trained
100+
Lifesavers Trained
10
Schools & Communities Reached
10+
Years of Service
OUR PROGRAMS
Building Skills. Saving Lives
From water safety and lifesaving to first aid and emergency preparedness, our programs equip people with practical skills that can save lives
Water Safety & Drowning Prevention
Preventing drowning through education, skills and community action.
First Aid & Emergency Response
Building the knowledge and skills to respond when emergencies happen.
Lifeguard & Lifesaving Training
Developing capable lifeguards, swimmers and water-rescue responders.
Survival Swimming Training
Promoting swimming and self-rescue skills for safer participation in and around water.
Community Outreach & Education
Taking water safety, drowning prevention and lifesaving awareness into communities.
Occupational Safety & Health
Promoting safer workplaces through safety awareness, emergency preparedness and practical training.
Why Water Safety Matters
Water is part of everyday life, from swimming and recreation to fishing, transport and work. But without the right knowledge and skills, simple activities around water can become emergencies.
Drowning is preventable. Water safety education, swimming skills, lifesaving training and effective emergency response can help people recognize risks, prevent incidents and respond when lives are at risk.
At GLLSS, we work to build safer communities by equipping people with practical knowledge and skills that can help prevent drowning and save lives.
Help Us Build a Safer Uganda
Whether you want to learn lifesaving skills, support our work, partner with us or help fund a community activity, there is a way for you to get involved.
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