Dance as protest; say their names see their names feel their names

Using a combination of live performance and their viral-sensation video of the protest dance “Hell You Talmbout”, these Northwest Tap Connection students work to heighten awareness about black individuals killed by police.  Movement is power and these young people have the power to move us all.

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Culture, Dance, diversity, Future, inclusion, Leadership, Music, Non-Profit, Pacific Northwest, Performance, Politics, Psychology, Relationships, Social Issues, Social Media,

Northwest Tap Connection on the TEDxSeattle 2017 stage

Northwest Tap Connection

Dancers, social justice activists, transformation makers

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