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Makos Swim Team Inspires Black Athletes

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Magic Happens When Kids and Adults Learn To Swim. Tragedy Can Strike if They Don’t. - KFF Health News

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The Black Swimmers Alliance aims to "bridging the gap in aquatic skills" The group is concerned about the flow of grant money dwindling because of the recent federal backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.

More than a third of Black adults report they do not know how to swim, CDC says.

The Black Swimmers Alliance aims to fund 1,000 free swim lessons by the end of 2025 .

The alliance scaled back its goal to 500 lessons , out of caution about what funding would be available.

Makos swimmers practice in a YMCA pool that doesn't have starting blocks.

Backstroke flags are held in place with fishing wire.

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