“Zodwa” is a southern African name meaning “only girls.”

Who is Zodwa?

Zodwa Dance Co. was co-founded in fall 2020 by Dr. Zitty Nxumalo and Jackie Lewis. During the height of the pandemic, Zitty and Jackie brought together a group of Black women dancers for the purpose of co-creating a community of support.

“ Zodwa Dance Co. is an Afro-fusion dance company that not only fosters a sense of wholeness through body positive movement, but also prioritizes community engagement through workshops with underserved communities.”

The mission of Zodwa Dance Co. is to co-create a community of psychological safety and social support for high potential women of color (and our communities) through dance and movement.

Zodwa Dance Co. is committed to curating opportunities for Black women to safely examine their dreams, strengths, and challenges. We provide a holistic space for women to speak openly about mental health, and to dance together.