As part of the “Bridging Creativity & Care” Series, this third webinar highlights the powerful role of dance and movement in supporting health and well-being across clinical and community settings.

Through presentations and experiential activities, we’ll explore shared values, key distinctions, and opportunities for collaboration across sectors. Whether you're a dancer, healthcare provider, educator, or simply curious about dance’s role in health, this session will offer valuable perspectives on how dance and movement supports mental, emotional, and social well-being at all levels of care.

“Bridging Creativity & Care: Exploring Dance/Movement Therapy and Community Dance for Health and Healing” webinar features:

Panelists:

• Vicki Alvarez, MS, BC-DMT Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist Co-Creator and Program Director, Let’s Dance It Out
• Ricka Kelsch Founder and Executive Director, Dance and Dialogue

Facilitators:

• NeFesha Yisra’el, Director of Programs, CA for the Arts
• Jennifer Kuo, MPH, CHES, Arts & Health Initiative Consultant, CA for the Arts

This webinar was recorded on October 21, 2025. Thank you to The Music Man Foundation for their generous support of the Arts & Health Initiative at California for the Arts.