Floating saves lives... so can you.

Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death here in Aotearoa New Zealand and it is preventable. DPA is committed to preventing drowning through research-backed education.

Join the Float first movement and help us raise money to prevent drowning.

I'm passionate about raising awareness of drowning prevention. To inspire others and highlight the devastating impact of drowning, I'm pushing myself, quite literally, to complete the Float first Challenge. On 29 June, I'll run the Wellington Half Marathon, and immediately afterward, I'll enter Wellington's "tropical" waters for a 74-second float, honoring the 74 lives lost to drowning in 2024. My hope is that this personal commitment will motivate others to prioritise water safety and ultimately save lives.

Donations towards the Float first Fundraiser will help DPA promote water safety and deliver drowning prevention education initiatives so that everyone can enjoy the water and come home safely. 

We are a charity, and our drowning prevention education offerings can only exist with generous donations. Thank you for your support.

For more information visit dpanz.org.nz/float-first-fundraiser

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