Event Details

Rupa Lakha is delighted to announce her forthcoming event on, D4NCE 0N.                           


Post Event Update

13 November 2017, OKA Associate

Rupa Lakha's Danceathon event to celebrate her 40th birthday was the perfect example of fun, compassion and generosity.  At least 100 aspiring dancers of all ages gathered for face painting, henna tattoos, to eat, drink and make merry by dancing for two hours to energetic, uplifting music led by Rupa.  

Being grateful for opportunities in her life that have led to a successful career, Rupa wanted to extend the same chances to refugees in Kenya and Uganda. A staggering almost £6000 has been raised for the Xavier Project, which teaches long term skills to these refugees enabling a better chance in life. 


Event Details

Rupa Lakha, 11 September 2017

I was born in Kenya and came to the UK aged 5. Born to loving parents, I have had the benefit of a warm and secure upbringing, as well as an education to firmly stand me on my two feet. Opportunity has been handed to me and for that I am forever grateful. 

We have heard Malala's views on the right to education which almost cost her so dearly and yet, her choice to fight for her right to be educated stands her today as an undergraduate at Oxford University. An education should be a basic right, and yet too often it is not.

In Malala’s words, “In some parts of the world, students are going to school every day. It’s their normal life. But in other parts of the world, we are starving for education……it’s like a precious gift. It’s like a diamond”.

I recently came across a charity called the Xavier Project. Its objective is to provide refugee children in Kenya and Uganda access to formal education in a safe environment. Xavier Project has two departments; the Education Department aims to increase access to relevant and good formal education delivered in a safe environment for refugee children. The ‘Tamuka’ Department aims to make vocational and life-long learning available to all refugees even in emergency situations, primarily through the use of ICT.

Since its inception in 2008, Xavier Project, through paying fees and providing other support, is enabling 996 refugee children to go to school. In Kenya, that is 65 in early childhood development, 592 primary school students and 159 secondary school students. In Uganda, that is 154 primary school students and 26 secondary school students.

I am looking to raise £2400 which will pay the fees for 4 children to attend secondary school for a year. To achieve this, I call upon you. 

For my birthday, I invite you to an afternoon of fun, music, food and drink. I invite you to participate in a charity Danceathon to raise money for the Xavier Project.

I am delighted to say that the Danceathon has the support of charity One Kind Act (OKA), winner of the Best Start-up Charity of the Year 2017 by the Asian Voice. OKA’s mission is to touch with kindness those suffering as a result of poverty of health, nutrition and education both in the UK and abroad. Unlike certain other “Charity for charities,” OKA ensures that EVERY PENNY pledged to this event will be paid directly to the Xavier Project. 

WHEN: 2:30pm-6:30pm on 12 November 2017. The detailed programme will be sent out in due course.

WHERE: The Rowland Brown Hall, St Helen’s School, Eastbury Road, Northwood HA6 3AS.

SO WHAT NEXT????

The Danceathon will last slightly over 2 hours and I will be dancing non-stop for that duration. You can join in for as little or as much as you can. Owing to space, I have to limit the number of participants for the Danceathon. To confirm your place to dance, you simply need to:

1) message me on 07939 245 405 replying "#D4NCE 0N" plus the number of attendees (feel free to bring family and friends)

AND

2) make a pledge through this Event page.

You can donate as much or as little as you like but the suggested MINIMUM pledge is £35 if you are participating in the Danceathon (£15 if under 12) and £10 if you are just coming to spectate, drink and eat.

To be honest all……it’s a steal compared to the diamond present I know you were going to get me………..

Any questions, please let me know. Otherwise, let’s “D4NCE 0N.”!

Rupa Lakha


About One Kind Act

One Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here



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    " What a wonderful way to spend your birthday! "
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    " Happy 40th Birthday to an amazing inspirational woman. I cannot wait to be a part of this amazing event, Well Done Rupa, proud to know you. Love from Kshama, Maya & Aashish xXx "
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    " Such a wonderful cause - have a wonderful time! I never really knew that she could dance like this..... Fifitrixibelle "
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    " What a way to celebrate!! Have the most fabulous time! Lost of love Fiona (E) "
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    " Happy Birthday Rupamasi! What a wonderful way to mark your special day. Mummy says it is indicative of your kind and caring nature and also an excuse to dance your socks off! Have a great day! "
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    " Rupa - what an amazing cause, you are truly inspirational, can't wait for the day xx "
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    " Happy birthday Rupa! Your event is characteristic of the caring and energetic person we've come to know. Proud to be part of your special day and of D4NCE 0N! Xx "
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    " What you do is amazing and I can’t wait to boogie with you!! Lots of love, Jay xx "
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    " Hello Rupa, bless you. The thing you are doing is very good. Maa gives you strength to give light to people's lives. Love you, mum. "
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    " Looking forward to it Rups! "
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    " Such a wonderful idea for your Birthday Rupa! Can't wait for the day:) "
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    " Really looking forward to it Rupa, what a fab way to celebrate your 40th! "
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    " Happy birthday Rupa! A great cause xx "
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    " so looking forward to this great adventure .. all for a good cause. as well the excitement of being there Rupa for this grand birthday . xx see you soon "
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    " Education is a gift that no-one can take away from anyone ... these children will receive a gift that no-one can touch or steal. You don't just have compassion Rupa you act on it ! "
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    02-Oct-2017 13:09

    " Happy Birthday Dearest Rupa. Everyone deserves the chance to be educated. What a wonderful way to mark your birthday Xx "
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    30-Sep-2017 10:51

    " Amazing cause, it's going to be a grand celebration. Let's do this! "
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    30-Sep-2017 07:57

    " Love the energy you bring to everything Rupa Can't wait to celebrate with you! xx "
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    29-Sep-2017 13:47

    " Fantastic cause and great way to celebrate your birthday. "
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    28-Sep-2017 17:45

    " Great idea! I hope you make your target Rupa. Priya Bhagani "
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    27-Sep-2017 21:37

    " Happy birthday! What a wonderful idea. We will be there to boogie! I may boogie from my seat but let's see how we go! Xxxx "
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    " Go Girl! From Anita Gill "
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    27-Sep-2017 20:26

    " I believe wholeheartedly in the lifeline that education can bring to a child and I have no doubt that if you can exceed your target then others may be blessed as well. God bless you. Sade "
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    25-Sep-2017 20:17

    " Happy Birthday That's very nice of you to do it for other people. Love Noori "
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    25-Sep-2017 20:02

    " happy birthday bottom "
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    19-Sep-2017 10:23

    " Well done Rupa - Amazing cause - looking forward to dancing along with you. xx "
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    18-Sep-2017 15:31

    " Yay dance! Wonderful cause! And what a lovely sweaty time it will be. "
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    18-Sep-2017 06:23

    " Dance on and rock on Rupa - cannot wait!!!! Lots of love, Vivienne XXXX "