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Press Release · June 20, 2025

Diversity in Aquatics Expands Water Safety Initiatives to the Caribbean, Transforms Lives Across the Diaspora

June 20, 2025 — DIA’s Grenada initiative brought water safety education and aquatic activities to local young people. The release describes collaboration on Grand Anse Beach and the organization’s work to expand access across the Caribbean.

News Story · April 18, 2025

From Loss to Leadership: Miriam Lynch’s Dedication to Water Safety

April 18, 2025 — Howard University News Service profiles Miriam Lynch’s path from competitive swimming to water safety leadership. The story connects her personal experiences with efforts to make swimming education more accessible to children and families.

News Story · October 28, 2024

USA Water Polo and Diversity in Aquatics Help to Launch Co-ed Water Polo Team at Howard University

October 28, 2024 — Howard University’s co-ed water polo relaunch received support from USA Water Polo and DIA. The announcement describes student leadership, program collaboration, and resources intended to expand aquatic opportunities within the university community.

News Story · May 15, 2024

Diversity in Aquatics, Duval Schools and city parks partner to spread swimming skills

May 15, 2024 — Jacksonville Today reports on partnerships connecting DIA, Duval County schools, and city parks. The story describes community outreach and efforts to help more children, including students on the autism spectrum, learn water safety.

News Story · December 11, 2023

HBCU Celebration Swim Meet honors Black history in aquatics with eyes on the future

December 11, 2023 — Andscape explores the HBCU Celebration Swim Meet and its connection to Black aquatic history. The feature considers how community events can recognize earlier generations while supporting participation and renewed college swimming opportunities.

News Story · June 1, 2023

USA Swimming, Diversity in Aquatics and TYR Host Event for Southern California Community

June 1, 2023 — DIA’s original coverage list records a USA Swimming and TYR community event in Southern California. The summary highlights an outreach gathering for youth athletes and families connected to local swimming teams and aquatic participation.

News Story · March 2, 2023

Inaugural HBCU Celebration Swim Meet Kick-Starts Interest for All Levels, Ages

March 2, 2023 — U.S. Masters Swimming recounts the inaugural HBCU Celebration Swim Meet and its community connections. The feature describes support for the event and efforts to encourage participation, water safety programming, and renewed interest in HBCU aquatics.