Today we’d like to introduce you to LaShaun Dodds.
Hi LaShaun, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
My career in dance begin in a dance program provided at my elementary school on the South Side of Chicago. From there I continued training in dance and choreography throughout my academic years while studying in business and working in the non profit sector. During my adult years, my interests in the performing arts and choreography shifted into ministry and has manifested into non profit work via a faith based performing arts center primarily for youth.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Anything in life worth having requires work and constant learning. Building a non profit that serves marginalized communities is quite often a challenge on many levels. But I have learned that faith, consistency, constant learning, team building, and partnerships are a few of the elements that have contributed to success. It is an empowering and humbling ride.
As you know, we’re big fans of diPA Center, Inc. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
diPA Center, Inc is a faith based performing arts organization that serves marginalized communities within the Metro Atlanta. Our programs are ministry focused with the intent to use the performing arts as tools to do life changing work for youth and their communities.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
diPA Center has been serving youth and communities for over 15 years. Individuals interested in supporting our mission can donate via our website: www.dipacenter.com
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.dipacenter.com
Image Credits
Donald Douglas Photography
