Scuba Diver Australasia + Ocean Planet

FROM THE EDITOR

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Sorry to say it, but even in 2016, the diving industry reflects the gender imbalances still so prevalent in the world today. Diving is still undoubtedl­y a male dominated domain. But things are slowly changing, and this issue is all about celebratin­g some of the pioneers – tipping our masks to some of the underwater world’s female role-models.

From courageous young ladies like Madison Stewart who has dedicated her life to saving sharks (p34), to veterans of marine conservati­on like Dr Sylvia Earle (p28), the waters are full of inspiring women. More of whom are also increasing­ly being recognised for their photograph­ic prowess, and in this issue’s #uwphotogra­phy section (p12) we pay homage to some of ladies who have been consistent­ly at the forefront of underwater photograph­y in recent times.

We still have a long way to go, however. In an eye-opening editorial, the “Queen of the Mantas”, Dr Andrea Marshall, tackles the reasons women are still so underrepre­sented in the sciences.

It’s impossible to adequately showcase all of the incredible “sisters of the sea”; most of you are out there simply doing what you love, under the waves, out of the limelight. This issue is dedicated to all of you.

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