OUR IMPACT
Making a difference in Barking & Dagenham
MOVEMENT · WELLBEING · LEADERSHIP
Dance is physical activity
At KDC, dance is a fun way to get active. It keeps bodies moving, supports mental health and grows the next generation of local leaders.
Physical activity
Every session gets people aged 5 to adult moving: building fitness, strength, coordination and healthy habits that last.
Mental health & wellbeing
Dance builds confidence, eases stress and reduces social isolation, giving people a safe place to belong.
Youth leadership
Young people train as leaders: teaching, choreographing and supporting younger dancers, with free DBS, first aid and safeguarding training.
WAYS TO WORK WITH US
Let's create something together
Fund a programme
Free masterclasses, training for young leaders and creative projects for under-represented communities. We report back on who took part and what changed.
Sponsor a show or crew
Help our Kids, Juniors, Elite and Adult crews get on stage, from costumes and venues to our annual productions.
Brand campaigns & talent
Our dancers have featured in JD Sports' back-to-school campaign and performed live on ITV1. Talk to us about dancers, choreography and content.
Schools & community events
Performances, workshops and assemblies that show young people where dance can take them.
WHO WE'VE WORKED WITH
Brands, funders and community partners
AS SEEN IN
AS SEEN ON
Barking & Dagenham College
Studio 3 Arts
INDEPENDENT RECOGNITION
Trusted and recognised
- The National Lottery Special Game Changer Award, presented to our founder Elvire Mavusi Matu live on ITV1
- IAMBAD Outstanding Contribution Award (2026), for 10 years of taking part in the I Am Barking & Dagenham showcase
- LBBD Women's Empowerment Awards, Young Woman of the Year winner (2020)
- London Sport Awards, Inspirational Young Woman of the Year winner (2020) and Inspirational Young Person of the Year top 3 finalist (2021)
- The Faith & Belief Forum, Recognised Project (2019)
Funded by
The National Lottery Community Fund · People's Postcode Lottery · Postcode Community Trust · Sported UK · Sporting Equals · Comic Relief · National Emergencies Trust (NET) · United Living
How we're run
Konverse Dance Crews LTD, a non-profit company limited by guarantee. Company number 14411947.
Ready to make an impact?
Tell us what you have in mind and we'll get back to you. Prefer email? Write to info@konversedancecrews.co.uk.