I AM A GIRL  at  the Roxy in Burlington,THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH, 7:30pm 

This feature length documentary weaves a stunning tapestry through the voices of girls from diverse  cultures who are on the brink of womanhood. They are all dealing with what it means to grow up female in the 21st  century. The cold reality is that being born a girl today means you will be at a disadvantage in every measurable way:  you are more likely to be subjected to violence, neglect, abuse, disease, poverty, and  discrimination than any other group on the planet. Yet, in spite of the obstacles to justice, equality, and respect, girls are finding ways to persevere.  As a day on earth  transpires from dawn to dusk, I AM A GIRL tells the stories of  of Aziza, Kimsey, Breani, Katie, Manu and Habiba as they come of age in the ways their cultures and societies dictate. They are heartwarming, spirit-wrenching stories of strength, courage, and resilience as you will glimpse from the trailer available at the film’s  website: iamagirl.com.au. I AM A GIRL is being brought to Vermont by the Mountain Mamas. Donations resulting from the screening will go to Make Every Woman Count, a non-profit with an outstanding record of providing  empowering services to girls and women.  It partners with government leaders and global institutions to   overcome obstacles to equality, justice and respect for girls and women in African countries.

Tickets: tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance by internet at: https://gathr.us/screening/13257.