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Producer of the ‘Blacks Can’t Swim’ film documentaries, Co-founder of the Black Swimming Association and Host of the 'Why We Don't Talk About SWIM' podcast.

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uspeoplepodcast Us People Podcast @uspeoplepodcast ·
16 Apr

@SaviaRocks gets to speak to her friend @ed_accura, they dive deep into the awareness of swimming & the importance of making cultural societies understand the importance of learning how to swim.
They talk openly, honestly, & freely, so we look forward to it & we hope you all do.

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ed_accura Ed Accura @ed_accura ·
15 Apr

When I shared with my 13-year-old daughter that Black and Asians were once recognised as strong swimmers up until the 20th century, it resonated deeply.

Not only was it significant as my daughter is of both Black and Asian heritage, but it also challenges the stereotype that…

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ed_accura Ed Accura @ed_accura ·
13 Apr

After concealing myself behind the Ed Accura persona for the past 5 years, Savia Rocks on the Us People Podcast With Savia Rocks, endeavors to uncover the real me. Perhaps more successful than most, she delves into personal aspect of my life, including transformation from a timid…

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ed_accura Ed Accura @ed_accura ·
10 Apr

The BIG event 👨🏿‍🦲

I recognise the entire sector and community's efforts to diversify swimming and aquatics in general as foundational preparations for a significant moment.

This moment is when the youth of all ethnicity fully embrace and integrate aquatics into their lives.…

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