The New Orleans Dance Collective (NODC) is a non-profit youth organization that combines dance with social work to address the need for cultural activities for at-risk youth in post-Katrina New Orleans. Through group therapy techniques, NODC aims to positively impact behavior and build self-esteem within a diverse community.
Founded by Janet Andrews, a native New Orleanian with over 55 years of dance teaching experience and a graduate degree in social work, NODC provides an environment where inner-city at-risk youth can recognize and develop their talents, share skills, and realize their potential as professional dancers. NODC has produced graduates who have gone on to perform with renowned dance companies such as Philadanco, The Philadelphia Dance Company.
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