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The DLRG Ortsgruppe Lübeck e.V. is a traditional and one of the largest associations in the Hanseatic city of Lübeck with over 1,400 members, founded in 1920. The association is dedicated to protecting people from drowning with great commitment and actively supports safety in and around the water. Its core services include comprehensive swimming and lifeguard training, educational campaigns on water hazards, first aid courses, and the operational water rescue service, which is deployed both in the city of Lübeck and on surrounding waters[1][2].
The main mission of the DLRG Lübeck e.V. is to save lives and promote accident prevention - with water safety at the heart of all activities. The organization relies on preventive educational work and qualified rescue training to train people of all ages to be safe and competent in dealing with water. Voluntary commitment and social responsibility are central values that characterize the association and strengthen the willingness to help in the community[1][6].
In the area of sustainability, the DLRG Lübeck contributes to protecting environmental and natural spaces by promoting safe and responsible leisure activities on the water. The association promotes the respectful use of nature and resources, especially on beaches and waters, where initiatives such as the "Strandpaten" (Beach Patrons) also support the protection of the environment with voluntary presence and education. These sustainable measures help to preserve habitats for both people and animals and to minimize hazards caused by carelessness or environmental pollution[7].
The DLRG Lübeck sees itself as a permanent fixture in the region, making a lasting contribution to public safety with innovative educational programs and coordinated operational readiness in the water rescue service. In addition, the Förderkreis (Sponsor Circle) has been supporting the activities and members of the association since 1981 in order to secure and expand resources and voluntary work in the long term. In this way, the DLRG Lübeck creates a solid basis for effectively meeting future challenges in water rescue and swimming protection[3].
Overall, the DLRG Lübeck e.V. is an indispensable institution that, with its combination of prevention, training, rescue service and sustainable thinking, makes a contribution to safety, education and environmental responsibility in and around Lübeck. The association's work is based on the voluntary commitment of many people who dedicate their skills and time to the protection of life[1][2][3][7].
