Swimdo Prepares to Make Waves at the World Conference for Drowning Prevention in Perth
A Global Stage for Drowning Prevention The World Conference for Drowning Prevention is a prestigious international event that brings together experts, organizations, and advocates from all corners of the globe. This year, the conference is set to take place in the vibrant city of Perth, and Swimdo is honored to have been invited to share […]
Swimdo’s Impactful Week in Nemberala: Water Safety and Community Unity
Exploring the Path to Water Safety In mid-October, Swimdo’s dedicated team members—Indira, Agus, and Agung Pandit—undertook a journey to Nemberala Village. The remote location, nestled southwest of West Timor, required a two-hour flight to Kupang from Bali, followed by a five-hour ferry trip to Rote Island and a two-hour drive. Their late-night arrival at the […]
Dive into 2024 with Swimdo’s Commitment to Water Safety and Global Impact!
World Conference for Drowning Prevention Triumph We are excited to kick off the year by proudly announcing Swimdo’s participation in the World Conference for Drowning Prevention held in Perth, Australia. Our dedicated team presented two insightful sessions that resonated well with the international drowning prevention community. The positive reception and meaningful connections made with organizations […]
A Heartfelt Commitment to Water Safety: Swimdo’s Valentine to Indonesia’s Children
Drowning Prevention in High-Risk Areas: A Lifeline for Indonesian Children In many regions of Indonesia, water is both a playground and a potential danger. Recognizing the need to address drowning risks in high-risk areas, Swimdo has embarked on a heartfelt journey to bring survival swimming and water safety education to the children who need it […]
Swimdo’s March Update: Celebrating Traditions and Expanding Horizons
Celebrating Galungan: A Time of Togetherness Last month, Bali shimmered with the festive spirit of Galungan, a significant Balinese holiday symbolizing the victory of dharma over adharma. It was a week-long celebration, and in honor of this cultural cornerstone, we paused our swimming classes. This break allowed our students and staff to fully engage in […]
Understanding the Realities of Water Safety
A Close Call at the Big Pool In North Bali, a routine swim turned into a harrowing experience for a woman in her 40s. While swimming at a large 2-meter-deep pool with friends, she found herself exhausted and panicking in the middle of the pool. Her friends’ attempts to help were unsuccessful, leading them to […]
Swimdo Newsletter—May 2024
Continuing Our Mission: A Return to Rote Island Last month, in April 2024, the Swimdo team returned to Rote Island in East Nusa Tenggara for the third time. Our journey began with the generous support of the Massie family, whose collaboration helped us reach children in the coastal villages of Nembrala and Bo’a during our […]
World Drowning Prevention Day 2025
On World Drowning Prevention Day, we at Swimdo want to share a story that underscores the harsh reality of drowning in Indonesia. Just a few weeks ago, on July 21, 2025, during one of our teaching sessions, a 9-year-old girl nearly drowned at a public swimming pool. She had been swimming alone while her family, […]