More than 300 primary school pupils have taken part in a special water safety awareness event organised by the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, with the aim of teaching children how to recognise aquatic dangers and respond in an emergency.
Held at the Grimaldi Forum in the presence of Gareth Wittstock, Secretary General of the Foundation, the event brought together 315 pupils from Monaco’s primary schools for a morning of practical demonstrations and interactive workshops on Wednesday, November 11.
Working alongside the Directorate of National Education, Youth and Sports, the Monaco Red Cross, the Maritime and Airport Police, Monaco’s Fire and Emergency Services, the Monaco Sea Academy and the Prince Albert II Foundation, the initiative introduced children to the risks associated with water and the importance of knowing how to react in potentially dangerous situations.
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Through a series of educational activities, pupils were able to discover professional rescue equipment, learn about the work of emergency responders and practise basic life-saving techniques.
The workshops were designed to make potentially serious subjects accessible to younger audiences, using practical demonstrations and hands-on activities to help children develop an understanding of water safety.
The morning also featured appearances by popular characters Stitch and Olaf, adding a lighter element to the programme and providing an extra attraction for the young participants.
Through initiatives of this kind, the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation continues to promote drowning prevention and the importance of educating children about water-related risks from an early age.
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