HAWAIIAN LIFEGUARD ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association (HLA) is to contribute to and advocate for the professional advancement of lifeguards in the State of Hawaii by supporting their efforts to reduce the incidence of drownings and aquatic injuries.

It accomplishes this by:

1.      Establishing and maintaining the highest standards of professional surf and open water lifesaving to maximize public safety in Hawaiian aquatic environments.

2.     Developing, supporting, and participating in programs that address drowning and aquatic injury prevention strategies.     

3.     Serving as a primary resource for aquatic safety education in the State of Hawaii.

4.     Raising funds for water safety programs through available grants and sponsorship agreements, through its IRS 501c3 non-profit status.

5.     Continuing to actively support the Statewide Junior Lifeguard Program by

providing funding for standardized curriculum development, instructor recruitment and training, uniforms and equipment, awards, and travel expenses.

6.     Actively supporting the improvement of lifesaving and humanitarian causes, locally, nationally (USLA), and internationally (ILS).