Proactive Management of “Problem Dancers” – Creating a Dance Environment Safe for All
This article by Will Loving explores a wide range of topics focused on creating a safe dance environment for all.
From the CDSS News
In this article, Jeff Kaufman shares his thoughts on how to have conversations with individuals identified as having bad behavior.
From the CDSS News
In this blog post, Jeff shares the signs that BIDA posts around the hall which reflect the values of their dance series.
From Jeff Kaufman
Working with Crowded Dance Halls
In this piece, Brad Foster explores some solutions on how to handle dances where the crowd is too large for the space.
From the CDSS News
What IS a vision/mission? How do we craft and implement a unique mission statement for our dance series? Why is this a crucial step in the growth of each dance? Whether your dance already has a mission statement, or you’re just starting to think about this, or you’re somewhere in between, this all-conference session will offer practical tools and thought-provoking perspectives for addressing this pertinent topic. Together we will explore these vital questions, generating answers to inform and guide our participation throughout the SWROC weekend.
From SW Regional Organizers Conference 2014 by Annie Laskey, Linda Henry, & Michael Barraclough
Session notes on how to make a welcoming dance community for everyone.
From Sophia Donforth & Julia Bennett
How Community Culture Impacts Dancer Experience
Slides from an excellent presentation on how community culture impacts dancer experience.
From Emily Addison & Tara Bolker
Revitalization: How Do You Make a Dance Come Back to Life?
In this article, Joyce Fortune writes about the steps that her community took to revitalize their flagging series.
From the CDSS News
Vision Workshop Materials with Examples
David Millstone’s session handout on how to create a vision. Includes examples of mission statements from NEFFA and Belfast Flying Shoes.
The How and Why of Creating a Vision
A concise explanation from Max Newman of the why and how of creating a vision.
From the CDSS News
Thanks to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for their generous support.