Swim instructor Paulana Lamonier believes harmful stereotypes distract from tackling the real causes of the lack of diversity in the pool: there has never been space for the Black community to learn how to swim. Lamonier founded “Black People Will Swim” to bring affordable and accessible swim lessons to the community.
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Lamonier was determined to prove herself on the school’s swim team, so she diligently attended swim practice during the off-season. Her commitment drew the attention of her coaches, who encouraged her to enter the teaching profession.