"I believe that drumming is not only a great way to blow off steam, but a physical way to take up space. Taking up space is something that is hard to do, especially as a woman when we are so aware of the space that we are given and how we navigate through the world. Growing up, I used to not be too confident in myself and struggled to be assertive. I was aware of every movement I made and limited the space I took up in public spaces and conversations. But, when I was drumming, I felt so strong being able to take up space in constructive ways and even lead the group at one point." - Nicole Swayne.
Check out this awesome piece written by our own #LeadersOfTheNewSchool participant Nicole as she reflects on learning pungmul with our program and what it meant to her, especially as a womxn of color.
