Yvette Curtis is founder of Wave Wahines, a club she initially set up for her eldest child to have a safe space to surf. Since its inception eight years ago, it has broadened out to include both girls and women from all communities, as well from the LGBTQIA+ community, and it’s become known for fighting for diversity and inclusion in surfing.
Episode highlights:
how Wave Wahines included mums over time, not just girls
time for action - why there’s still so much to do for diversity in surfing
feeling like an imposter + why it’s an advantage
the WSL decision to be in Abu Dhabi
More about Yvette:
Other guests mentioned in this episode:
Creating a safe space - Merida Miller
Join the Board Women movement:
Host: Caroline Keylock
Producer: Selma Chalabi
Photography - Clare Keylock
Artwork - Rozi Wan Rimli
Music - Brother Brother by Benjamin Caleb Johnson, performed by BENSON
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