Melanin Marine Institute
Empowering Divers, One Wave at a Time



Melanin Marine Institute aims to empower marginalized communities through accessible swimming, snorkeling, and SCUBA diving lessons. Our critical social justice STEM curriculum aims to diversify marine sciences, challenge systemic barriers, and cultivate informed individuals who confront scientific injustices. Courses are offered at minimal costs to ensure inclusivity and equity.
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Who We Are

Our Mission
Melanin Marine Institute is a nonprofit SCUBA school in Tallahassee, FL, that empowers marginalized communities through accessible swimming, snorkeling, and SCUBA diving lessons. Our initiatives and activities are designed to catalyze true transformation. But above all, passion is at the heart and soul of everything that we do.
