Creating Lasting Change through Employment and Dance in Kenya

A Passion for Change 

In Kenya, where roughly 6.7 million people are unemployed, stable job opportunities are critical. Judy, a former Compassion child from a small Kenyan village, had a deep desire to uplift her community’s youth. When she connected with our team during a mission trip, she embraced the chance to be trained and employed as a local chapter leader for the EmpowerDance Collective (EDC). Today, she runs a thriving chapter of 100 youth, teaching dance and bringing hope and purpose to her community. 

A Story of Empowerment through Dance 

In March 2024, during our EDC tour across Kenya, Judy joined our team on a domestic flight—her first ever. She shared a heartfelt story of watching planes from her village, dreaming of the lives they carried. She never imagined she’d be on one herself. Her role with RDM and EDC made that possible, allowing her to travel across Kenya to teach, lead, and inspire the next generation, showing them that dance can transform lives and futures. 

Impact: Jobs, Leadership, and Hope 

Judy’s story is part of a larger mission: through our programs, we’re not only teaching dance but also providing essential jobs in underserved areas. Her role has brought financial stability to her life and inspired countless youth with skills and hope for their future. 

Your support empowers leaders like Judy, who bring hope, stability, and joy to their communities. Join us today and help us create more opportunities for leaders in underserved areas.