Nigerian-born Ghanaian professional dancer, Dedzo Endurance Dzigbordi, popularly known as Endurance Grand, has stated that the contribution dancers are making to promote artists deserves recognition.

During a conversation on the "Talk No Dey Cook Rice" podcast with Derick Elorm Ashilevi, Endurance mentioned that it is about time they are acknowledged beyond tags on social media.

“We’ve reached a point where dancers who create routine choreographies for music videos, performances for artist tours deserve more than just a tag on social media”, the choreographer told Derick.

She pointed out that going viral is only part of the journey. Being officially recognized and appreciated by the authorities is a different kind of achievement.

The dancer explained that they don't just dance to go viral; their craft is a livelihood that puts food on their table. Beyond that, they go the extra mile to use their platform to promote artists, so acknowledging their impact the right way isn't too much to ask.

“Today, it’s no longer just about going viral. It’s about being recognised the right way, because dance has become a real source of income. Dance has put food on my table. It has put food on my colleagues’ tables. So if we’re doing this out of love, the least the world can do is see it and be inspired to join it," the DWP dancer expressed.

Endurance is now pushing for reform, calling for dancers to be credited and categorised rightfully.

"Elorm, if it takes signing a petition, let’s sign it. Music artists earn royalties when someone plays their song. Dancers, on the other hand, earn nothing when their moves are copied. We don’t profit from it, and that’s okay. But acknowledgement? Being placed in the right categories? That’s what we’re asking for now. It’s time,” she told the host of the show.

Endurance Grand is a prominent member of DWP Academy, a dance group known for their performances.

She represented Ghana at the 2024 edition of the prestigious Culture Dance Clash Festival in Berlin, Germany.

It has become necessary for DwP Academy star Endurance Grand to put her career on hold to nurse a leg injury.

Recently, she shared a video of her learning how to perform backflips, saying, "Body wants new hobbies. When it comes to doing these stunts, I have only one fear…. The fear of breaking my neck, but I’ve realised the fear goes away when you do it and it Ain’t BAD AT ALL. Face your fears, still learning . Shoutout to my coach."