Angola Prison held its first-ever Daddy Daughter Dance just before the Thanksgiving holiday, offering incarcerated fathers a rare opportunity to spend meaningful time with their daughters in a joyful, family-oriented setting.
Organizers described the event as part of a broader effort to strengthen family ties and support emotional healing among inmates. The dance allowed dozens of fathers to reconnect with their children through shared laughter, music, and photos in a more relaxed environment than typical prison visits.
Participants and staff said the experience reminded everyone of the importance of family bonds and the potential for change, even behind prison walls.
“Moments like this help rebuild trust and remind fathers that their children still need them,” said one event coordinator.
Author’s summary: Angola Prison’s first Daddy Daughter Dance created a hopeful space for inmates and their daughters to reconnect and celebrate family relationships before Thanksgiving.