Criteria for Advisory Board Positions

Qualifications, skills, and expertise required for advisory board members.

 

Rules and Regulations Committee:

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of open water swimming rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates extensive experience in participating in open water swims and swimming events.
• Shows familiarity with international standards and best practices in open water swimming.

Safety and Risk Management Committee:

• Demonstrates extensive experience in open water swimming, including various conditions and environments.
• Exhibits an in-depth understanding of safety guidelines and protocols specific to open water swimming.
• Has a background in conducting risk assessments and developing emergency response plans for open water events.

Coaching and Education Committee:

• Holds a proven track record as an open water swimming coach or instructor.
• Brings extensive experience in training open water swimmers of different levels.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of coaching methodologies and best practices in open water swimming.

 

Communication and Outreach Committee:

• Possesses expertise in marketing and communication strategies within the context of open water swimming.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the open water swimming community and target audience.
• Has experience in promoting open water swimming through social media and other communication channels.

 

Environmental Committee:

• Brings a background in environmental conservation and sustainability.
• Possesses knowledge of the ecological impact of open water swimming events and ways to mitigate them.
• Has experience in developing and implementing environmentally friendly practices for open water swimming events.

 

Inclusion and Diversity Committee:

• Demonstrates a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in sports.
• Possesses an understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented groups in open water swimming.
• Has experience in developing strategies and initiatives to make the sport more accessible and inclusive.

For the Rules and Regulations Committee, Safety and Risk Management Committee, and Coaching and Education Committee, having committee members with extensive open water swimming experience is mandatory.

For the Communication and Outreach Committee, Environmental Committee, and Inclusion and Diversity Committee, while open water swimming experience is valuable, it is important to have members with expertise in communication, environmental sustainability, and diversity and inclusion issues. These committee positions focus on broader aspects related to the sport, and individuals with relevant skills and knowledge in these areas can contribute effectively.