The funded concept focuses on establishing and networking structures for the independent dance scene in Lower Saxony. To this end, LaFT – Landesverband Freie Darstellende Künste Niedersachsen (Lower Saxony State Association for Independent Performing Arts), Tanzpunkt Hannover and TANZKOOP im Tanznetz Niedersachsen are joining forces to found an association that serves as a democratic platform inviting other actors to participate in its development. The aim is to create a collegial interest group that strengthens the independent dance scene in the state and counteracts isolation. The project responds directly to the needs of dance professionals: regular professional training, workshops, residencies, mediation with venues, consulting, cultural policy representation, exchange and networking meetings, and (free) access to rehearsal rooms and production structures. Based in Braunschweig and Hanover, Tanznetz Niedersachsen pools resources through joint project management, finance and public relations, strengthens production structures in the long term and increases the visibility of dance and dance professionals in Lower Saxony.