SOFÍA FORERO
Professional Affiliations & CREDENTIALS
The professional practice of Sofía Forero is supported by a global network of institutions dedicated to excellence in the arts and social transformation. Her affiliations reflect a career-long commitment to technical mastery, community leadership, and the advocacy of dance as a primary tool for international cultural exchange.
Institutional Leadership & Advocacy
Member of the International Dance Council (CID), UNESCO | 2024–Present
Recognized member of the official world organization for all forms of dance, based at UNESCO headquarters in Paris.
Community Director, Arts On Site NYC | 2024–Present
Directing community engagement and residency programs for one of New York City’s premier nonprofit arts hubs.
Board Member, Dance Rising NYC | 2023–2024
Collaborating on embodied advocacy initiatives in partnership with Dance/NYC and major foundations, including Harkness and Arnhold.
Ambassador of Social Change, Fundación Nuevo Futuro (Colombia) | 2015–Present
Advocating for movement as a primary tool for social rehabilitation and community empowerment.
Fellowships & Philanthropic Support
Ford Foundation | DWR Fund Grantee | 2025
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) | Rauschenberg Dancer Grant | 2023
IndieSpace | Cultural Solidarity Fund Grant | 2021
Professional Certifications & Specialized Training
Certified GYROTONIC® Method Trainer | 2021–Present
Body Evolutions, New York, NY
Certified Zena Rommett Floor-Barre® Teacher | 2020–Present
Zena Rommett Foundation, New York, NY
Scholarship Recipient, The Taylor School | 2021–2025
Paul Taylor Dance Foundation, NYC
Honors Graduate, The Ailey School | 2017–2020
Professional Certificate Program, New York, NY
Joffrey Ballet School Trainee Program | 2015–2017
Ballet & Contemporary Program, New York, NY