Guidelines / Functions
Functions of CID Sections
1. A CID Section is the official representation of dance to the authorities (municipal, regional, federal).
Being the official summit organization for dance, CID is recognized by governments. In most countries CID Sections receive a permanent subsidy from local authorities.
Submit proposals to them for the improvement of conditions for dancers; obtain a permanent subsidy to the CID Section and/or office space.
Advise national or local governments, lobby for legislation.
2. Search funding sources, sponsors, scholarships, facilities for Section members.
3. Maintain contacts with journalists and the media. Obtain more coverage for dance, send news, give interviews.
4. Represent the city within CID. Apply CID policy. Maintain contact with CID Sections around the world.
5. Coordinate celebrations for World Dance Day 29 April.
6. Provide information to Members (operate a secretariat, a website, send circulars). Give advice to Members on how to organize better and how to promote themselves efficiently.
7. Provide information on dance to interested parties in the country or abroad. Promote cooperation, travel and exchanges with other countries.
8. Organize events of common interest: exhibitions, lectures, workshops, festivals, exchanges, travels, congresses. Publish brochures, books, DVDs etc. Priority events are Roll Call and Kaleidoscope (see details).
9. Operate a Dance Documentation Center; other CID Sections around the world will send publications.
10. Carry out CID world-wide programs (see list of programs posted on the CID website) or other programs, whether regional, national or local. Coordinate the International Certification of Dance Studies program (modules of 150 hours).
11. Obtain facilities for Members, such as:
- Discount at theatres, shops or services
- Special insurance scheme
- Venues for rehearsing, teaching or performing
- Legal advice and advocacy
12. Above all, a CID Section is expected to grow constantly by attracting more new members to CID from its area. The number of members shows the strength of the Section.