Angela Patton
Prison Reform Advocate | Creating Connection Between Incarcerated Fathers and Their Daughters
About
Angela Patton has dedicated her work to addressing one of the most challenging aspects of the criminal justice system - the impact of incarceration on family relationships, particularly between fathers and their daughters. Through her innovative approach, she has created opportunities for meaningful connection in the most unlikely of places.
Her groundbreaking work centers on organizing father-daughter dances within prison walls, recognizing that incarceration doesn't have to completely sever the bonds between parents and children. By bringing this traditionally celebratory milestone into correctional facilities, Patton has opened new pathways for maintaining family relationships despite physical separation.
Her TEDxWomen presentation showcased how creative programming can transform both the prison environment and the lives of families affected by incarceration, demonstrating that dignity and connection can flourish even in restrictive settings.
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A father-daughter dance ... in prison
At Camp Diva, Angela Patton works to help young girls and their fathers stay connected and become part of each others' lives. But what about girls whose fathers can't be there -- because they're in jail? Patton tells the story of a very special father-daughter dance.
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