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Philippines Mermaid Swimming Academy

Filipino mermaid swimming teacher Genevieve Reyes (C) has her tail adjusted by students during a lesson by the Philippines Mermaid Swimming Academy in a private swimming pool in Makati, Manila, Philippines, 15 June 2013. The Philippine Mermaid Swimming Academy (PMSA) was created in 2012 in Boracay by Normeth Preglo of The Philippines and US swimming instructor Djuna Rocha. The swimming lessons were brought to Manila in April 2013. The price for a two-hour class is 37 US dollars. Photos by Dennis M. Sabangan/EPA. Continue reading »

MCF Academy




In 2010, MCF plans to open the first school in post-war Liberia that will offer free education, including room and board, to 200 students. The MCF Academy is designed by acclaimed architect Winka Dubbeldam, principal of the world-renowned firm Archi-Tectonics, NYC. Dubbeldam unveiled her plans for the academy (see more images, below) at the MCF Fashion Week After Party on February 20, 2009. To realize this dream, MCF Academy needs your support.