[Callers] sidelines

Thank you to everyone who has posted their ideas about how to make sure everyone is getting a chance to dance. This will be very helpful. I think it was important to have the discussions about gender balance, booking ahead, equal opportunity and whose responsibility is it to facilitate it, can we really affect people's behavior, etc. I think everyone would agree that callers and organizers can work together to influence the behavior of the dancers and to set the tone for a fun and inclusive evening of dancing. I agree with Greg: "If anyone wants to discuss the ways callers...and others can lead, I would love to have such a thread." Although we might not all agree on what is acceptable dancer behavior, do you have more ideas for callers and organizers, perhaps a list of what has worked for you to make your dances more inclusive and friendly to all. Thanks again, Jill