Founded by Safi A. Thomas, The Hip-Hop Dance Conservatory (abbreviated as "H+") is a multi-platformed, non-governmental organization (NGO) with consultative status on the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations with the mission to preserve, evolve, and proliferate the art form of Hip-Hop Dance (foundations: Popping, Boogaloo, Locking, Rocking, Breaking, and Party Dance) in the US and abroad through its six foundational pillars: Pedagogy, Repertory, Advocacy, Medical Research, Infrastructure, and Design. Signified by the acronym, PYRAMID®, these pillars are designed under the premise that every artist is a human first. This artist cannot thrive at their greatest potential if their basic human needs are not being met consistently. In turn, each pillar was carefully chosen