Introducing: European Dance Medicine Initiative
We would like to introduce to you the affiliated (umbrella) organizations or involved organizations that the Alliance is working with to create a socially safe dance sector. This time we spoke with Joost van Megen and Tom Brandon, initiators of the European Dance Medicine Initiative. How did the European Dance Medicine Initiative (EDMI) […]
Livia’s Story
In an interview series, we offer a look behind the scenes of the dance world, where passion, ambitions and challenges converge. Today we share the story of Livia, former dancer, pilates and yoga teacher, and mother. Written by Lara Sala “Dance is not what you do. Dance is who you […]
Alliantie Dans Veilig Knowledge Day
Alliantie Dans Veilig held a successful first Knowledge Day at the beautiful location of the Akoesticum in Ede – take a look back with us! The day began with a sweeping musical performance in which Mandy Sleijpen shared her personal perspective as a victim of sexual abuse. She spoke about the effect of victim-blaming, […]
Introducing: Dutch Breaking League
Learn about breaking from the perspective of Jaïr Franken; a dedicated breaker, entrepreneur and general manager of NBL. He gives us an insight into the culture of breaking, emphasizes the importance of social safety and inclusion, and tells us about the rise of breaking as an Olympic sport. He also talks about the norms […]
One year since the Shadow dancing report
how is the dance sector doing? Amsterdam, May 21, 2024 –This week marks exactly one year since Verinorm published the “Shadow Dancing” (Schaduwdansen) report which unveiled the abuses in the dance sector. The investigatory report revealed that the culture within the Dutch dance world allows for transgressive behavior and abuse of power to take place. […]
Michael’s Story
In our interview series, we offer an insider’s perspective into the world of dance, where passion, ambition, and challenges converge. Today we share Michael’s story, former ballet dancer, now DJ and founder of Dansklooster (Dance Monastery). Written by Lara Sala “Dance without form is the ultimate freedom. The dance of your soul.” […]
Recap Night Against Sexual Violence
On Saturday night, April 20-21, more than 500 participants braved the weather for the second edition of the Night Against Sexual Violence in Amsterdam. Initiated by Plan International NL, participants walked 20 km through the night to take a stand against sexual violence. Collectively, €108,000 was raised. The fact that many people do not […]
The story of Cis
In our interview series, we offer an insider’s perspective into the world of dance, where passion, ambition, and challenges converge. Today we share the story of B-boy Cis Brans, breakdancer, coach, personal trainer, and sports masseur. He has his own breakdance crew and competes amongst the best breakers in the world. He became European champion, […]
NAPK is one of our new affiliated partners
The Nederlandse Associatie voor Podiumkunsten, NAPK for short, recently joined as a partner of the Dance Safe Alliance. As a trade association for performing arts organizations in the Netherlands, NAPK is committed to both positioning the performing arts towards government and politics, and to supporting its member organizations in the performing arts sector. This includes […]
The story of Viviane
In this interview series, we offer a look behind the scenes of the dance world, where passion, ambitions and challenges coincide. Today we share the story of Viviane, an inspired dancer, teacher and choreographer. Written by Lara Sala “Dance is my happiness and my remedy against grief. It is my joy to […]