An underwater enthusiast for 30+ years, Kramer is a scuba diver and scuba ‘instructor, while growing his company, Dive Tours International, LLC. He is committed to preserving Black maritime heritage, mentorship, marine science, and outreach to underserved youth. Kember teaches people of all ages to scuba dive and enjoy the water. He is a prominent African American in the mostly white diving community so part of his message addresses need for diversity. Kramer volunteered with five nonprofit organizations, works with youth in New York City, and has achieved over 3,000 dives into water around the globe. He is a dive instructor for Dive With a Purpose (DWP), an underwater Archaeology Survey program to teach coral restoration, preserving valuable future resources and documenting shipwrecks from Atlantic Slave Trade to honor people who were lost and preserve their heritage.

• Humans are all part of a larger ecosystem; treat it respectfully with a keen eye to conservation.
• Weave Black stories/ heritage into marine conservation to inspire broad, diverse participation.
• Cultivate a support system to help overcome fears, negativity, and life’s inevitable challenges.
• Practice skills for survival and success; add fun to continually enjoy adventures throughout life.
• Volunteer to give back; find causes to help community and enrich your own life.

Wesbite: https://divingwithapurpose.org/interview-with-kramer-wimberley/