Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Ophelia’s Place at a free screening of Girl Rising on Oct. 11 at 6:30 pm at Art House in Eugene.

This free event includes free popcorn and a drink. Bring the girls in your life and join us for this celebration.
Donations will be accepted.

Girl Rising is an innovative feature film about the power of education to empower girls - and the world. The film follows nine girls from all over the world on their journey to education. They face arranged marriages, child slavery, gender-based violence, and other heartbreaking injustices. Despite these obstacles, the brave girls offer hope and inspiration. By getting an education, they're able to break barriers and create change.

International Day of the Girl Child – Oct. 11 – was established in 2011 when the United Nations adopted a resolution to raise awareness about the discrimination and violence experienced by girls, and to advocate for their rights. Through scholarships, mentor programs, advocacy, and girl empowering organizations like Ophelia’s Place, the community can help ensure every girl has access to education and support regardless of her background or geographic location.

 

Who is welcome at OP?
OP recognizes an expansive definition of girl. OP is for all trans girls and cis girls, as well as for nonbinary youth, gender nonconforming youth, and genderqueer youth, who feel or have a connection to girlhood or girlness. Welcome to your space!

Safety is a priority at OP
The safety and comfort of everyone at OP is our top priority. Face masks are welcome. You are also welcome to ask OP staff and interns you are in contact with to wear a mask. If you are sick, please stay home. Thanks!