XDF: Panel Discussion: Riina Hannuksela and Sydney Erlikh

Panel Discussion: Making the invisible visible

This bilingual (fin/eng) panel brings together directors, educators, and artists with intellectual or learning disabilities (ID) to talk about the challenges and opportunities in professional dance training. The discussion aims to shed light on the challenges dancers with ID face when pursuing professional training and a career.

This panel highlights the ongoing challenges in making professional dance training accessible to dancers with intellectual and learning disabilities. By sharing experiences and envisioning the future, the discussion promotes a change to ensure dancers with intellectual disabilities have a clear path to professional careers.

You can join this panel discussion virtually via zoom. Email silvalaukkanen@gmail.com to receive your zoom link.

This event is free.