Dancing Toward Well-Being: How ChezaCheza Uses Dance to Transform Education in Kenya
ChezaCheza, which means “playful” in Kiswahili, brings dance-based learning to students who need it most. The organization’s approach brings a refreshing shift to traditional education, making space for well-being, self-expression, and social-emotional learning. This is especially critical in Kenya, where educational challenges can threaten to stifle the potential of many young people.
The concept is simple yet transformative: use dance to create safe spaces where students can explore emotions, build self-esteem, and develop essential life skills.
An article in the May/June 2025 issue of Childhood Education Innovations features an article demonstrating how dance can benefit children by enhancing physical fitness and coordination, boosting cognitive skills like memory and problem-solving, and fostering emotional expression, confidence, and social connection.
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