BFOZ: Once we discuss group in these areas, how can people who present up for the primary time or individuals which have been coming into the area for a very long time present up, help and be proud and provides individuals, whether or not newbie or skilled, the love?
Xander: Yeah, I believe group’s a phrase that’s generally thrown round so much, but it surely actually is on the core of what ballroom is. You are in a room filled with a whole lot of oppressed individuals, individuals who have a whole lot of struggles. And that is for some individuals, the one place the place they will come and be themselves and be accepted, or be celebrated.
It is vital for those that are getting into this area for the primary time to do not forget that, and transfer with grace as they navigate by way of that. Keep in mind your privilege, whoever you’re, wherever you’re — if it isn’t for you, it is nearly giving flowers and giving and celebrating these individuals on a regular basis.
Come prepared, come ready. [Study] your historical past and respect the area.