Olivia orona - Joey dancer
WHY IS THIS PROJECT IMPORTANT TO ME
I personally think this project can help to raise awareness around mental health. I have been inspired by the Ted Talk delivered by Dr. Lieberman on ways we can eliminate mental health stigma (highly recommended video for people to view). Mental health is connected to every aspect of our lives and I have had my personal mental struggles. To raise awareness around this matter whether it’s through art or music, or speech, would be incredibly useful .
I have attempted to raise awareness for mental health through dance and music.
BIO
Olivia Orona is a freestyle dance artist based out of Arizona. She has featured in performances around the valley, and was recently on So You Think You Can Dance Season 17. She is a mental health advocate, and apart of the LGBTQ movement . She strives to raise awareness for those struggling with mental health through her dance work, and she has been inspired by the work of author and Mental Health advocate Brene Brown. Olivia is an Arizona native hoping to connect with other artists around the world while sharing her story with others.