Lifesaving sport
connects the dots
The Olympic Games focus on humanism and ideals such as fair play and on shaping of a better society. Olympism is a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind. Blending sport with culture and education, Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, educational value of good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles (IOC, 2020). The goal of the Olympic Movement is to contribute in building a peaceful and better world by educating youth through sport, practiced without discrimination of any kind and within the Olympic spirit. This requires mutual understanding with a spirit of friendship, solidarity and fair play. An everyday tool to succeed this vision is the cultural, educational and sports activities of Olympic Museums, that are dedicated in protecting our Olympic Heritage and promoting the Olympic Ideals. After 126 years since the revival of the modern Olympic Games, it is important to focus on unknown sporting dimensions, such as lifesaving, one of the most important sports, as it is crucial for the human life. As we all need inspiration, innovation and education, lifesaving sport can play an essential role and connect the dots of the Olympic Games, health, emergency and lifesaving. As a Director of an educational organisation that preserves and highlights the Olympic ideals, I strongly support any new venture that inspires the youth by highlighting the Olympic values.
