A free screening of the award-winning documentary “Daughters” will be held at the Altria Theater on Thursday, Oct. 17, featuring executive producer and noted actress Kerry Washington.

The event, hosted by local nonprofit Girls For A Change (GFAC), will include a fireside chat with Washington, GFAC CEO Angela Patton, and fatherhood coach Chad Morris. 

“Daughters” follows four young girls preparing for a dance with their incarcerated fathers. The film, co-directed by Patton, won two awards at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The film debuted on Netflix earlier this year.

The program kicks off at 6:15 p.m. with a live DJ set by Mad Skillz and Emcee Coach Nickey. Comedian Antoine Scott will perform, followed by a welcome and recognition segment. A fireside chat and a special “The Power of Yes” award presentation precedes the 7:30 p.m. film screening.

“I am so proud to bring this film to my hometown, where the Date with Dad program started,” Patton said. “I hope this film inspires our community to take action, support our impact work, and help us continue the work we’ve been doing for over 20 years.”

The documentary showcases the organization’s “Date with Dad Weekend” program, which has reportedly reduced recidivism rates in Richmond.

GFAC focuses on developing Black girls as leaders in the Greater Richmond Metro Area. The organization offers programs co-designed with Black girls to address their specific experiences and needs.For more information, visit girlsforachange.org.