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DINNER AND A MOVIE - GIRL RISING

4/17/2013

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Soroptimist International of Ukiah would like to express appreciation to Valley Sawyer, niece of club member Julie Sawyer, for initiating the social media campaign to bring the innovative film, Girl Rising, to the Ukiah Stadium 6 Theater.  Our members felt a deep connection to this film which so closely supports our focus to improve the status of women and girls in our local community and worldwide.  Two hundred fifty-eight people purchased tickets to attend the April 17th screening.  A portion of ticket sales will go to support girls' programs around the world through the 10X10 Fund for Girls' Education.

Through the stories of nine extraordinary girls in nine countries, this film showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education.  Each girl was paired with a renowned writer from her native country to help tell her story.  These girls are just nine of the 66 million girls worldwide who share the dream of attending school.  They want most to be students, to learn.  And now, by sharing their personal journeys, they have become teachers. 


Soroptimist International of Ukiah members enjoyed dinner at the North State Cafe before attending the the film screening.



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