Join DJ Tony J. (The #UNBREAKABLE Mixshow) on Saturday, April 30th for the virtual “O.I. Can Dance” fundraiser to kickoff O.I. Awareness Week 2022!
The O.I. Can Dance will be an epic 5-hour open-format DJ set and virtual dance party sprinkled with facts about Osteogenesis Imperfecta – and a few surprises along the way!
“Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a genetic bone disorder characterized by fragile bones that break easily. It is also known as ‘brittle bone disease.’ Osteogenesis imperfecta literally means ‘bone that is imperfectly made from the beginning of life.’ A person is born with OI, and is affected throughout his or her lifetime.” (oif.org)
Each year, the first week of May is dedicated to spreading the awareness, gaining the acceptance, and sharing the awesomeness that is O.I. There is also a special day, known as Wishbone Day that is on May 6th each year as a day of celebration for O.I. and O.I.ers around the world!
WHEN
Saturday, April 30, 2022
TIME
3p – 8p Eastern Time
WHERE
YOU CAN GIVE DURING THE EVENT OR GIVE YOUR DONATION EARLY!
You can also scan this QR Code on your phone’s camera:
DJ Tony J., who has Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type 1, said, “I’ve been a professional DJ since the 90’s and I’ve been an active member of my O.I. community for the past 8 years, so I wanted to combine these two in the most powerful way possible! I’ve always wanted to host a fundraiser that was fueled by music so this was the perfect fit! My main goal was to present and host something that could be attended no matter where you are in the world, and given everything that has happened over the past couple years, it’s a natural fit and everyone understands how a virtual or online event works now. I started two years ago and it’s only getting bigger and better; this year is no exception! I can’t wait to share Osteogenesis Imperfecta with the world during this party!”
Tony’s work within the O.I. community came about after going through a personal physical transformation where he embraced his Osteogenesis Imperfecta to discover ways to exercise and get healthier with it. He subsequently wrote a book to document his journey and help others do the same. After which he started the #OILife movement, which is focused on providing unique and powerful resources for the O.I. community.
YOU CAN GIVE DURING THE EVENT OR GIVE YOUR DONATION EARLY!
All proceeds from this fundraiser will go to a variety of organizations that provide resources for the O.I. community around the world!
Your contribution and support goes a long way is greatly appreciate by me and the entire O.I. community! Thank you!
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>>> BE A PART OF THE SHOW <<<
Record a 20-30 second video (on your phone) stating your name, where you live and your type of O.I. – and then show off your best dance moves! I’ll be including these in the O.I. Can Dance worldwide video broadcast happening on Saturday, April 30th! If you have any questions, let me know! Don’t be shy, let’s show the world what O.I. is all about!
EMAIL YOUR VIDEO TO hello@tonyjacobsen.com
