Safeguarding in dance has never been more important. Although research into abuse in dance remains limited compared with sport, abuse in dance is significantly under researched. This lack of evidence is concerning in itself because it means harmful practices can remain hidden, unchallenged and poorly understood.

This post welcomes and says goodbye to placement students from the SPRINT Project team. Read all about what they get up to while getting hands on research experience.

Three creative, strengths-based activities for dance organisations to embed in their curriculum or training enviornments. As part of a whole-organisational approach to safeguarding, these activities will help to create a safe space for dancers to explore what safety means to them, and for organisations to listen, reflect, and respond.