Support Merseyside Dance Initiative. Join us the Independent Dance Sector and protect dance in Liverpool and further a field.

Dancing is great for mental health and well being it’s so important to support the Arts.

MDI provide a valuable service and resource for the diverse people of all ages and abilities in Liverpool and Merseyside. They enable connectivity between different communities and activities that improve health and prevent health issues. Their work with young people is so vital in communities of deprivation, they have great engagement tools and are true role models for young people to enter pathways to the creative arts, performing and career opportunities. They have provided valuable work for diverse older people bringing fun, and a vibrant experience to older people who would be isolated at home and not as mobile as they are getting involved in dance and movement sessions a fantastic health tonic and one that has been successful over the years. I feel that they should be considered within the Lottery portfolio and supported to enable sustainability of their services.

Dance is a part of our community and is one of the things that separates Liverpool from other cities. By removing funding you are removing a sense if community from a city that is so diverse.

Mdi has been a great platform for a lots of artists to develop both artistic skills and individual growth. It’s sad a see their achievements stop because of lack of arts council support

I did a performance internship with MDI and it completely changed my attitude to dance practice and performance. The organisation is an essential cog in the dance industry not just in Merseyside but in the North West. The support and oppurtunitues provided for emerging and established artists alike is invaluable.

It's so important that we keep pathways and projects open that support grass roots dance through to,professional dance. Dance brings so much joy to so many lives.

Nationally we need dance and art to educate, enjoy, experience, and develop. The arts should be supported!!

Dance needs to be supported in Liverpool City Region!

Dancing helps people’s minds

Such an attribute to Liverpool. We need to keep it going

Keep MDI going it's a wonderful place Karen introduced me to contemporary dance . That was over 29 years ago

Merseyside and Liverpool needs MDI. A superb organisation meeting the needs of young and elderly alike. Keep up the good work!

MDI is not only the main champion of dance in the region, it is also one of the leaders in championing diversity arts it the country. Their work, whether at promoting quality dance or community access to great dance experiences is second to none. An organisation we can all learn a lot from.

It's such a key organisation and one that everyone want to survive. x

Protect the arts by any means necessary.

MDI is vital.

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MDI has done amazing work over the years. Karen G is unique leader who works tirelessly to include all. Her efforts need to be recognised, respected and funded.

Desperately needed.

Need to develop dance for participation, production and performance. MDI have done amazing work to improve self-esteem and community cohesion. They have experience and expertise plus a proven track record. Absolute heroes who should be funded to continue their fantastic work!