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Louisiana Prison Hosts First Father-Daughter Dance

11/28/2025

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On November 25, 2025, the Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola hosted its first father-daughter dance organized by God Behind Bars.
The event aimed to reconnect incarcerated fathers with their daughters and address challenges faced by children of incarcerated parents.
A total of 37 daughters aged 5 to 20 and 29 fathers attended.
Jake Bodine, founder of God Behind Bars, emphasized the emotional significance of the event.

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Story summary

On November 25, 2025, the Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola hosted its first father-daughter dance organized by God Behind Bars.
The event aimed to reconnect incarcerated fathers with their daughters and address challenges faced by children of incarcerated parents.
A total of 37 daughters aged 5 to 20 and 29 fathers attended.
Jake Bodine, founder of God Behind Bars, emphasized the emotional significance of the event.