(OLYMPIA, Wash.) – The YWCA of Olympia, in conjunction with Intel Corporation, will host a free community screening of the film Girl Rising at 7:00p.m. on Friday, May 3 at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts (512 Washington St SE, Olympia 98501).
This groundbreaking film is presented by 10×10 (a global action campaign for girls’ education and empowerment) and tells the stories of nine extraordinary girls from nine countries, written by nine celebrated writers, and narrated by nine renowned actresses. Directed by Academy Award nominee, Richard Robbins, Girl Rising showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world.
Tickets for this event will not be sold; however patrons are welcome to “pay what they can” at the door. Following the screening, a panel of advocates and educators will discuss the film and local efforts to strengthen opportunities for girls’ education here in our community. A reception with the panelists and YWCA program staff will follow.
Girl Rising tells the stories of unforgettable girls born into unforgiving circumstances. Girls like Sokha, an orphan who rises from life in the garbage dump in Phnom Penh, Cambodia to become a star student and an accomplished dancer; Suma, who writes songs that help her endure forced servitude in Nepal and today crusades to free others; and Ruksana, an Indian “pavement- dweller” whose father sacrifices his own basic needs for his daughter’s dreams. For more information, contact the YWCA of Olympia at 352-0593.
About the YWCA of Olympia
Established in 1945, the YWCA of Olympia offers responsive programs and services to meet the needs of women, girls and families. We are inspiring a new generation to become strong leaders and advocates for opportunity and equity for all women. The YWCA of Olympia strives to empower women and eliminate racism through education, advocacy, service and leadership opportunities. The YWCA has worked to change history—from civil rights to women’s rights, from advocacy for women’s health care to an end to violence against women and girls. The YWCA is the voice for every woman. We speak out and take action on behalf of women and girls. The YWCA and our members and volunteers contribute time, talent, tenacity and financial support for the betterment of all women in our community.
About 10×10
10×10 is a global action campaign for girls’ education, founded by award-winning journalist at The Documentary Group and Paul G. Allen’s Vulcan Productions along with strategic partner, Intel Corporation. Centered by the new feature film, “Girl Rising”, 10×10 uses the power of storytelling and the leverage of strategic partnerships to deliver a simple, critical truth: Educate Girls and you will Change the World.
About Intel
Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) is a world leader in computing innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that serve as the foundation for the world’s computing devices. Intel is collaborating with 10×10 on a global social action campaign to amplify the importance of investing in girls’ education.
Additional Resources
- YWCA of Olympia: www.ywcaofolympia.org
- Girl Rising: www.girlrising.com
- 10×10: www.10x10act.org
- Intel: www.newsroom.intel.com and www.blogs.intel.com
