Help me bring this Dance Project to Life

Hello, my name is Atsua Rejoice Doose, I am a dance artist, choreographer, and fire breather based in Abuja, Nigeria.

I am reaching out to ask for your support in realising an ongoing project: Wankwase is a powerful dance and storytelling project that centers the voices of girls and women who have experienced sexual abuse in Nigeria. Set in Gishiri village, Abuja, this four-months project will use movement, community dialogue, and live performance to break the silence and challenge the stigma surrounding sexual abuse. This is not just a performance — Wankwase is a cultural intervention.

Why “Wankwase” Matters

In Nigeria, sexual abuse remains one of the most underreported and culturally silenced crimes. Survivors—especially girls and women—are often blamed, shamed, or ignored. Wankwase is a dance project rooted in advocacy. It uses performance to expose the harsh realities of sexual abuse and ignite collective responsibility. This work is built on the lived experiences of women in Gishiri village. Their stories are not isolated; they represent a wider crisis. Wankwase seeks to transform these stories into movement—making the invisible visible, the unheard heard. We aim to challenge harmful cultural norms, educate communities, and empower girls to speak their truth without fear. Your support helps us create a work that doesn't just raise awareness—it demands accountability, healing, and change.

I am raising funds to cover the artist fees, research & story collection, costumes, documentation, workshop materials, transport and a community event.

Every contribution matters! Thank you for supporting and helping us to realise this important project!