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World Drowning Prevention Day

World Drowning Prevention Day on 25 July highlights the toll of drowning on families and communities and promotes ways to prevent it.

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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2021

About the day

The UN General Assembly declared the day in April 2021 and asked the World Health Organization to coordinate it. It calls for joint action by governments, charities, businesses and individuals.

2026 theme

Unite to turn the tide

The 2027 theme has not been announced yet.

Dates for the next three years

YearDateWhereStatus
2027Sunday 25 July 2027UK, USA, International, New ZealandSame date every year
2028Tuesday 25 July 2028UK, USA, International, New ZealandSame date every year
2029Wednesday 25 July 2029UK, USA, International, New ZealandSame date every year

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