Commemorating 62 Years of Saving Lives: The Lifesaving Society of Malaysia Marks Its Founding Anniversary (13 August 1964 – 13 August 2026)

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA — The Lifesaving Society of Malaysia (Persatuan Penyelamat Kelemasan Malaysia) proudly marks 62 years of dedicated service to water safety, drowning prevention, and lifesaving education across the nation. Founded on 13 August 1964, the Society has grown from a visionary movement into a vital pillar of national public safety, empowering communities and safeguarding aquatic environments for over six decades.
As a full member of the International Life Saving Federation (ILS), the Society aligns its strategic objectives with the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Report on Drowning Prevention and the recommendations of the United Nations General Assembly Resolution on Global Drowning Prevention. Through these international frameworks, the Society continues to champion drowning as a preventable public health priority, advocating for accessible lifesaving skills, evidence-based water safety education, and robust rescue standards.

Honoring Our Heroes: A Note of Gratitude
On this milestone anniversary, the Lifesaving Society of Malaysia extends its deepest appreciation to the core pillars of our mission:

• To Our Members and Volunteers: Your selfless dedication, long hours on the waterfront, and unwavering commitment to public duty represent the true spirit of lifesaving. You are the heartbeat of this organization.
• To Our Examiners and Instructors: Thank you for upholding the highest international standards of resuscitation, aquatic rescue, and education. Your rigorous training ensures that every qualified lifesaver is equipped to act when seconds count.
• To Water Safety & Emergency Response Agencies: We extend our profound gratitude to our key partners, including the National Water Safety Council (Majlis Keselamatan Aktiviti Air – MKAA), the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (BOMBA), the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM), and regional maritime authorities. Your collaboration strengthens the national chain of survival and ensures coordinated emergency response across Malaysia’s coastlines, rivers, and aquatic facilities.

Looking forward to the Future

Drowning remains a silent epidemic worldwide, but through strong inter-agency alignment with the MKAA, expert guidance from the ILS, RLSS Commonwealth and alignment with WHO public health targets, the Lifesaving Society of Malaysia remains steadfast in its mission: to educate every Malaysian in water safety, survival, and lifesaving skills.

“Every life saved is a testament to the vision laid down on 13 August 1964. As we look toward the future, we reaffirm our pledge to eliminate preventable drowning across all communities in Malaysia.”

For more information on drowning prevention programs, certification courses, or membership, visit your local Lifesaving Society branch or connect with us on our official channels.

Issued by the Executive Council
Lifesaving Society of Malaysia (Persatuan Penyelamat Kelemasan Malaysia)
Full Member of the International Life Saving Federation (ILS)