Girl Rising Premieres to a Full House

March 7th marked the premiere of Girl Rising, a documentary that showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of girl's education to change the world. Thanks to Jenny Glucksman and Julie Waxman, the Scarsdale community came together on this snowy night for the sold-out private screening at The Emelin Theater in Mamaroneck. The film premiered in over 400 theatres across the country. "Girl Rising is a call to action to inspire global and meaningful change for girls everywhere", said Julie Waxman. "By bringing Girl Rising to Scarsdale, we feel we are showing our community a beautiful film that demonstrates the impact education can have on girls' lives around the globe," said Jenny Glucksman.

Girl Rising is directed by Academy Award nominee Richard E. Robbins and narrated by Cate Blanchett, Priyanka Chopra, Selena Gomez, Anne Hathaway, Salma Hayek, Alicia Keys, Chloë Moretz, Liam Neeson, Freida Pinto, Meryl Streep, and Kerry Washington. It tells the stories of nine unforgettable girls born into unforgiving circumstances and gives us a glimpse into the struggles faced by millions around the globe. Girl Rising was produced in conjunction with the global 10x10 campaign to educate girls in developing nations.

A portion of Girl Rising ticket sales go to support girls' programs around the world through the 10x10 Fund for Girls' Education. The Fund goes to 10x10's high-impact network of non-profit partners and leaders in girls' education: A New Day Cambodia, CARE, Girl Up/United Nations Foundation, Partners in Health, Plan International USA, Room to Read, UNICEF, and World Vision.

Additional screenings are planned throughout Westchester and tickets can be purchased online through www.Gathr.com.