Girls are still vulnerable

THE inspirational feature-length documentary “I am a Girl” comes to Warwick on 31 May.
The movie, which tries to paint a clear picture of the reality of what it means to be a girl in the 21st century, is being presented by the Stanthorpe Amnesty Group.
The group was formed in 2013 after viewing a gritty film showing the lives and deaths of families seeking a safe haven by sea crossing to Australia.
Stanthorpe Amnesty Group, while having a strong focus on humane treatment of refugees, is concerned about the mistreatment of women throughout the world.
I am a Girl follows the lives of young women around the world. As a day on earth transpires from dawn to dusk and into the night, the audience meets Manu, Kimsey, Aziza, Habiba, Breani and Katie – each on the brink of womanhood and dealing with the realities of what it means to grow up female in their world today.
As they come-of-age in the way their cultures dictate, the audience is shown remarkable, heart-warming stories of resilience, bravery and humour.
Award winning filmmaker Rebecca Barry takes the audience on a journey through diverse cultures and societies around the globe including Cambodia, Papua New Guinea, Cameroon, Afghanistan, USA and Australia.
The view of life in Cameroon is enlightening. This is to where the Boko Haram have transported the 200 kidnapped Nigerian school girls. The same is true of life in Cambodia, where Scott Morrison would have Manus Island processed refugees released.
All the proceeds from the screening go towards Art Works on Davadi, which is desperately looking for a new venue.
It shows on Saturday 31 May at 7pm at Art Works on Davadi, Davadi Street in Stanthorpe The café will be open before and after. Entrance will be by a ‘gold’ coin or a donation.
Bookings can be made at Art Works on Davadi: 4681 4158.