Diveheart has been honored as one of the 2024 Diving Community Champions by the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA). This prestigious award recognizes organizations that use their involvement in the diving industry to create meaningful and positive impacts within their communities.
The award will be presented at the DEMA Show, taking place from November 19-22, 2024. Diveheart, widely known for its commitment to using “scuba therapy” to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities, has been acknowledged for its efforts in showing how recreational diving can bring about real change on a global scale.
In a statement, Diveheart expressed gratitude to their supporters and the broader diving community for their belief in the transformative power of scuba therapy. This recognition solidifies Diveheart’s position as a leader in harnessing the benefits of diving to uplift and heal individuals and communities alike.
The DEMA Diving Community Champion Awards celebrate companies and organizations that have gone above and beyond in making a difference through diving, and Diveheart’s inclusion underscores their exceptional contributions.
About The Awards
The Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) is proud to honor member companies that leverage their role in the recreational diving industry to make a positive impact both locally and globally. To celebrate these efforts, DEMA has established the Diving Community Champions Award.
Each year, DEMA members vote to select the top three companies, which are recognized with Platinum, Gold, and Silver Diving Community Champion Awards. These honors are presented at the annual DEMA Show and aim to highlight how diving businesses contribute to the well-being of communities everywhere, drawing attention to the broader benefits of recreational diving.
Many DEMA-member companies across different sectors engage in meaningful initiatives, from organizing local beach or dive site clean-ups to supporting programs for wounded military veterans, where diving is used for its therapeutic benefits. Through the Diving Community Champions Award, DEMA celebrates the dedication and impactful actions of its most engaged members.
