Wade in the Water Documentary Screener for Earth Charter Guests
As a token of our appreciation and in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Earth Charter, we’re pleased to share a free screener of the award-winning documentary Wade in the Water. Please use the password “Asoulsurfer” to watch the film.
The screener will be available from July 4 to July 18. Currently working on Wade in the Water Part II, learn more here
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Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture reclaims the 1,000-year-old tradition of Black surfing. Braiding historical accounts with modern-day testimonials, the film dismantles the racial barriers of conventional surf culture, delves into the overlooked history of Black surfing's legacy, and honors its current movement—inspiring the next generation of Black surfers.
THE joyfull history of black surfing
The first written accounts of surfing in Africa predate accounts of surfing in Hawaii by 100 years. In his new movie, Wade in the Water, documentarian David Mesfin asks: What else have we glossed over in the history of Black surfing? The result is a stunning look at Black suffering and Black joy, and how a group of people who have been stereotyped as avoiding water actually have a deep and meaningful history with the ocean.
Wade in the Water: Wade in for Black Aquatic Heritage Part II
A feature documentary reveals the untold stories of Black surfing and aquatic culture, emphasizing deep intervention to bring awareness and action on aquatic culture, environment, and economy.
We are in the early stages of our fundraising efforts and seeking to secure $80,000 production budget through multiple donors. We invite you to support our project with a tax-deductible donation. As we are fiscally sponsored by Black Surfers Collective full 100% donation goes to the film with no administration fee, your contribution is fully tax-deductible. As a donor, your name will be featured in the credits. If you prefer to remain anonymous, we fully respect your choice.
Your generous support will help us bring the next chapter of Wade in the Water Project.