The Surf Collective Making Space for Black Women in the Water

The Surf Collective Making Space for Black Women in the Water

Surfing is often portrayed as a carefree, sun-drenched pastime. But behind hanging ten in the waves is a sport historically shaped by exclusion. In the United States, surf culture has long centered white men, leaving limited room for women, and even less for Black women. As the demographics of outdoor recreation slowly shift, new leaders are emerging to challenge that history and widen access. Among them is Jessa Williams, founder of INTRSXTN Su…