Let's Dance Off Loneliness.

Let's Dance Off Loneliness: Engaging Omaha Youth and Families Through Dance to Combat Social Isolation and Screen Overexposure

Project Description:

"Let's Dance Off Loneliness" is a community initiative in Omaha designed to combat the rising issues of social isolation in institutional settings and excessive screen time among local children and families. Through engaging dance activities, the project fosters social connection and promotes healthier, more active lifestyles. The program aims to register 30 local children for a series of six one-hour dance workshops designed to promote physical activity, social interaction, and creative expression. These workshops will culminate in a community-wide dance event here in Omaha, open to an estimated 300 participants, to raise awareness about the issue and celebrate positive social engagement. Expected outcomes include increased social interaction among participants, reduced screen time reported by families, and enhanced community awareness of the problem of loneliness in youth.