The 2025 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame: Celebrating the Power of Women in Diving
On September 20, 2025, the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame (ISDHF) induction ceremony in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, this year marked a watershed moment in the history of our sport. For the first time ever, the Hall of Fame welcomed an all-woman trailblazing class of inductees:
- Michelle Cove, Bahamas
- Anne Hasson, USA
- Rosemary E. Lunn, UK
- Hidy Yu Hiu-Tung, Hong Kong
- Simone Melchior-Cousteau, France
- Women Divers Hall of Fame, USA
Their stories are inspiring not only for what they’ve achieved personally, but for what their achievements represent for the future of scuba diving, especially for every young woman drawn to the mysteries of the underwater world.
Breaking the Surface: Role Models Redefining Diving
Each inductee has paved her own way—overcoming obstacles, confronting stereotypes, and rewriting the script for what women can accomplish underwater:
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- Michelle Cove revolutionized the dive tourism industry in the Bahamas and championed conservation and shark safety, transforming ocean advocacy into a vibrant, community-driven movement.
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- Anne Hasson guided eco-tourism initiatives and innovated industry standards with Aggressor Adventures, all while empowering new generations of divers.
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- Rosemary E. Lunn has shaped technical diving, safety, and education across Europe and beyond, becoming a trusted voice and force for positive change.
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- Hidy Yu Hiu-Tung used her platform and the Bling Bling Ocean Foundation to spread vital messages about ocean protection in Asia.
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- Simone Melchior-Cousteau’s pioneering adventures with the Cousteau team remind us that exploring the deep has never been limited by gender—it is only limited by imagination and courage.
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- The Women Divers Hall of Fame organization stands as a collective symbol of mentorship, hope, and the power of sharing wisdom, supporting women divers across the globe.
What This Means for Diving’s Future
This year’s class is more than a collection of exceptional individuals. Their induction is a promise: scuba diving will continue to become a space where everyone can thrive. Young women entering the sport today will see themselves reflected in the highest levels of achievement, mentorship, and discovery. It’s an invitation—for girls, women, and all who value diversity—to step up, dive in, and write their own extraordinary stories.
A Personal Reflection: Inspiring My Daughters to Dive Further
As a parent to two adventurous young girls who have eagerly embraced the world of scuba diving, the recognition of this year’s all-women ISDHF class carries profound meaning for our family. Watching these extraordinary women honored for their courage, innovation, and leadership fills me with immense pride and optimism. It’s reassuring to know that my daughters have inspiring trailblazers to look up to and show them what is possible.
Beyond the skills and excitement of diving, these inductees exemplify more profound lessons: perseverance, teamwork, and a deep respect for our oceans. Their example encourages my daughters—and all young divers—to pursue their passions wholeheartedly and to cherish the wonders beneath the surface.
The impact of this milestone reaches far beyond the awards. It sends a message that reverberates through our home: there are no boundaries to what my daughters can dream or achieve, in the water or in life.
For all young divers—and especially my daughters—the legacy of these ISDHF inductees is an invitation to follow their curiosity, to embrace challenges, and to make waves in their own unique way.
Let’s celebrate the 2025 ISDHF inductees—and let’s keep supporting every young diver who wants to change the world, one breath at a time
References
- (2025, March 10). International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame’s 2025 class has all-women inductees. DeeperBlue.com. https://www.deeperblue.com/international-scuba-diving-hall-of-fames-2025-class-has-all-women-inductees/
- (2025, March 8). Michelle Cove, Rosemary Lunn and Anne Hasson – Scuba Diving Hall of Fame 2025 inductees. Divernet. https://divernet.com/scuba-diving/michelle-cove-rosemary-lunn-and-anne-hasson-scuba-diving-hall-of-fame-2025-inductees/
- Women Divers Hall of Fame. (2025, July 3). WDHOF selected as 2025 inductee into the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame. WDHOF.org. https://www.wdhof.org/post/2025-2025-inductee-into-the-international-scuba-diving-hall-of-fame
- Cayman Islands Department of Tourism. (2025, September 20). Announcing the 2025 inductees to the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame [Facebook announcement]. Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/CaymanTourism/posts/announcing-the-2025-inductees-to-the-international-scuba-diving-hall-of-fame-the/685616534123960/
- (2022, May 15). International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Scuba_Diving_Hall_of_Fame
- International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame. (2025). New inductees. ISDHF, Cayman Islands Department of Tourism. https://isdhf.visitcaymanislands.com/hall-of-fame/new-inductees
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