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    Building Empowered Dance Communities
    Through Education and Activism

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OUR MISSION

“Through education and activism we stand united to stop all exploitation of youth in performing arts”

SEE THE RESEARCH

The Research shows the damaging effects of sexualized content on our Youth. We can no longer be ignorant to the damage that can be caused.

BE AN ACTIVIST FOR CHANGE

We are uniting like minded people to be activists for change! Many have felt concerned over hypersexualization in Dance on youth but felt alone and unaware they could do something about it. Now YOU can. Now WE can. Join the movement!

MEET OUR ADVISORY PANEL

Our powerful Advisory Panel offers a diverse combination of dance leaders from across the nation as well as specialists in the field of psychology, criminal justice, political science, social justice, healthcare and nutrition. Each person is authentic, passionate and committed to the Y.P.A.D. Mission.

STANDARDS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND SUGGESTIONS

TOOLS NOT RULES. This comprehensive handbook is the first of it’s kind. It has been created by leaders who are committed to the emotional and physical safety of our children in the dance environment. This is the foundation of our Y.P.A.D. Certification.

INTER-ACTIVE SEMINARS THAT CHANGE LIVES

Y.P.A.D. has created cutting edge seminars that provide a safe space where dancers, parents and educators share personal struggles that are prevalent in today’s dance culture. Together we find solutions to nurture ourselves as whole beings so we can build empowered dance communities!

SEX ABUSE IS REAL IN DANCE

It happens.
We know it does.
No one likes to talk about it.

We will.

TAKE ACTION

EDUCATE YOURSELF

Watch our interview with Tomi-Ann Roberts Phd. An important wake up call to effects of sexualized dance on our youth.

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EDUCATE OTHERS

Now that you know what is happening. Do not stay silent. Share this with others!

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TAKE A STAND

Join the Movement. Become an #Artist4Activism

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Take a Stand. Join the Movement. Become an #Artist4Activism.

WHO WE ARE

Members of Youth Protection Advocates in Dance (Y.P.A.D.) strive to hold themselves to the highest standards of integrity and accountability by implementing safe boundaries and healthy artistry within our dance settings. This commitment extends to various environments, including dance settings within casinos. Y.P.A.D. emphasizes the importance of collaboration between dance professionals, venue operators, and regulatory bodies within the 카지노사이트 (casino site) industry to ensure the implementation of safe and appropriate dance settings. Y.P.A.D. is backed by research from the American Psychological Association, the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, the Federal Bureau of Investigation on Internet Safety and other accredited agencies.

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Leslie Scott

Founder- EDIFY Movement, YPAD

Leslie Scott is well known not only for her talents but her unwavering work ethic, contagious positive energy and bold use of movement to spread a positive message! She is on Faculty at the Edge Performing Arts and Millennium Dance Complex, guest faculty on several conventions and the Founder of the E.D.I.F.Y. Movement, a non-profit…

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  • “Leslie is hands down the most energetic and positively charged person in the industry.   Her charisma is contagious, and her genuine desire to change our world for the better is nothing short of inspiring.”

    Dana Wilson, Chief Artistic Director of The Bureau for Non-Verbal Communication
  • In the world of Hip Hop, Leslie Scott is a rare diamond!!!  When bringing her in for master classes, I never have to worry about the integrity of her music, choreography or character.  Whether she is teaching a class, choreography or lecturing, Leslie is uplifting, motivating, energizing and inspiring to her students!

    Diane Gans- Owner of KD Dance
  • Leslie Scott’s passion and insight is inspiring!  She truly believes in keeping our youth safe while allowing them to express themselves through dance!  Having our daughter learn from her is truly an honor!

    Brenda McHaney
  • “Leslie Scott is truly an Angel walking this

    earth, and is a blessing to absolutely

    everyone she comes in contact with.

    Her talent goes so far beyond just her

    choreography. She’s one of the few folks

    in the industry, that care so deeply about

    the art form and what we are

    passing on to this next generation.”

    William Wingfield
  • “Leslie does more than “just teach class” or

    “make a hot combo”, she INSTRUCTS and

    INSPIRES. Two of the many key

    components needed in the growth of our

    art form.

    Everything from her words of inspiration,

    to her choreography is artistically bold,

    passionate, and loving.

    She’s a true artist to the core.”

     

    Steven “Twitch” Boss
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RECENT NEWS

Here you will find relevant news regarding the dance industry and the latest in what Y.P.A.D. is up to.

  • Training for child sexual abuse awareness | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda News

    October 25, 2015
  • Dance Can Change The World Because It Can Change People - WXOW News 19 La Crosse, WI –

    October 15, 2015
  • Well-known dancer shares message against sexualization of kids | La Crosse – WKBT News8000.com

    October 15, 2015
  • Welcome Alissa Ackerman PhD.!

    October 8, 2015
  • Welcome to the Y.P.A.D. Nutrition Section!

    October 6, 2015
  • Welcome to our new website!

    October 5, 2015
  • Scared Silent — BRING TAP TO THE PEOPLE

    October 2, 2015
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