Misty Copeland on legacy, leadership, and building community through dance
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Show Notes
Misty Copeland, the first Black woman Principal Dancer at American Ballet Theatre, has transformed her groundbreaking career into a platform for equity, access, and storytelling. In this episode of the Women on the Move podcast, with host Sam Saperstein, Misty shares how her experiences in ballet inspired the creation of the Misty Copeland Foundation. Through its BE BOLD program, she is nurturing community, leadership, and confidence in young people from underserved backgrounds. Her journey is a testament to the power of using your voice to create space for others and build lasting change.
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