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2024 Y-WE Black Mermaids Summer Swim Camp

August 20-24th, 1-4pm daily. Location TBD.

Chandrika Francis of the Oshun Swim School will curate this five day exploration of Blackness and water. On the first day, participants will be on land at the Y-WE office for an interactive workshop: We Come From Mermaids, African Diaspora & Water. This workshop is a deep dive into some of the rich and fascinating history of Black people and swimming. Then we'll transition to the pool to gain some skills and have some fun. All skill levels including true beginners are welcome. The program culminates with a pool party. Lunch and snacks will be provided. This program is open to Black identifying cis and trans girls and non-binary youth ages 13-18. For more info, please visit our website.
 

If you have any needs or questions, contact Beatriz Rojas Vazquez at Beatriz@y-we.org.

Y-WE Welcomes...

*Y-WE welcomes those who identify as a girl/woman, nonbinary, trans, and gender expansive. Most programs are open to youth ages 13-19.

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