This week, I interviewed SoEun (Sonya) Park, a high school junior and ballet dancer from Michigan who started an organization called “Stairway for Ballet.” Through blog posts, fitness videos, petitions, podcasts, and free virtual dance lessons to young people in her community, SoEun is actively working towards eliminating racial discrimination, disadvantages, and stereotypes in the dance community. In this episode, we talked about the inspiration behind Stairway for Ballet, racial inequality in dance, how to be a good ally to dancers of color, and some of the most exciting and gratifying things about starting her organization. 

Stairway for Ballet Instagram: @stairwayforballet

Stairway for Ballet website: www.stairwayforballet.com