A public screening of the documentary film The Coalition is set to take place May 16 at the Capitol Theatre in Chatham, highlighting issues surrounding human trafficking, intimate partner violence and femicide in Chatham-Kent and across Ontario and Canada.
The event is being hosted by The Sisters Strain, the Chatham-Kent Anti Human Trafficking Coalition and the Chatham-Kent Coordinating Committee to End Violence Against Women.
Organizers describe the documentary as a feature film examining the rise of human trafficking, intimate partner violence and femicide, while also focusing on community responses and support services for victims.
According to organizers, the film includes stories from family members and survivors across Ontario, from Windsor to Sault Ste. Marie, sharing lived experiences and discussing warning signs and prevention.
The screening will begin at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, with doors opening at 6 p.m. for red carpet photos.
A reception with snacks and a cash bar will follow in the Rotary Lounge.
Admission is free and open to the public, with no ticket required.
Organizers say donations of personal hygiene items, period products and non-perishable food items will be collected and distributed among participating organizations.
“The only way we can create real and lasting change is by uniting together and becoming informed,” organizers said.
