Code of Conduct Questionnaire
I am enthusiastic about dance scenes creating their own codes of conduct, tailored to their dance style and community. This article will take you…
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Why Are We Uncomfortable with Safety?
The idea of making dance scenes “safer” isn’t new, but it’s also one that creates a lot of discomfort. Why is that? What can…
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A Dance Event Organiser’s Guide to Sexual Harassment & Assault
What would you do if someone was raped, otherwise assaulted, or harassed at your event? What would you do if there was no evidence…
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Are You Sure You’ve Never Made Your Dance Partner Uncomfortable?
“I don’t get it,” my friend says, their face wavering between distress and indignation. “It was an actual dance move. I wasn’t being a…
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How to Prevent Hangovers at Dance Socials or Festivals
There’s always a special guest present at every dance festival… our good friend alcohol! And why not? Alcohol is delicious and comes in many…
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Dance Bag Essentials
Over the years, I’ve experienced many salsa nights during which I really could have used a band-aid, a snack, or a different shirt to…
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Dance Etiquette Is Life Etiquette
I remember going out to my first milonga (tango event) a few years back. After only two dances, I felt really uneasy because both…
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