Dance instructor gives those with disabilities a chance to tell their stories

Americas Now

In Mexico, a dance instructor is providing people with a disability an opportunity to shine.

A ballerina and student of psychology, Lorena Nieva combined her two passions to push people with disabilities to re-think their limitations. By breaking with the strictness of ballet and focusing more on her students’ needs, her methodology achieved great results both in and out of the studio.

Our Game Changer on “Americas Now” is the founder of Mexico’s Inclusive Contemporary Dance Company Lorena Nieva.