KWASAY UK meets weekly at St John the Divine.
KAWSAY UK YOUTH PROJECT
KAWSAY UK is a non-profit community of children and young people dedicated to fostering
participation, integration, and development of children, young people, and their families
through various cultural, sports, and social activities.
My goal as the founder and mentor, with experience collaborating in diverse dance
communities of adults, children, and young people, has allowed me to see the need for
greater unity and integration among youth and children within different activities in the
community.
Based on this, we seek to promote unity, creativity, and well-being among young people
through dance, sports, crafts, companionship, solidarity, and motivation.
Through dance, we encourage creativity in artistic expression, motivating participants to get
involved in the creation of choreographies, costumes, and decorations that reflect their
identity and talent.
Mental and Emotional Benefits
Participating in a group offers multiple benefits for personal and emotional development:
● Reduction of stress and anxiety: Dance and movement help release physical and
mental tension.
● Improved mood: It promotes joy, positive energy, and a sense of belonging.
● Memory and concentration: Learning and remembering choreographies stimulates
new neural connections, strengthening the mind.
● Self-esteem and confidence: Mastering new movements and expressing oneself
freely reinforces personal confidence.
Our Mission
At KAWSAY UK, we believe in the power of unity and integration, and in dance, art, and
sports as tools for social transformation. Our mission is to provide a space, time, and tools
where every child and young person can grow, learn, share, and shine, feeling part of a large
community.
KAWSAY UK: a community that inspires, unites, and transforms.
KAWSAY UK will also promote unity by strengthening bonds between young people and
older adults, seeking to raise awareness, create harmony, and give value to those who have
already walked the path that our children are just beginning. Additionally, we will have the
support of institutions with experience working with children and young people, as well as
professional staff who are willing to support us in the work we are doing.
Sincerely,
Guadalupe Espinoza
Founder and Director