Provocate helps develop local solutions for global problems by writing original articles in our online magazine, by connecting community initiatives in creative ways, and by organizing thought provoking events.
Kathleen Hull, MD, will discuss the history, botany, and basic pharmacology of five modern wonder drugs derived from plant materials
IBE’s ecumenical service kicks off the summer celebration, and is one of Indy’s biggest religious events every year. Keynote speaker is Bishop Walter Thomas, Pastor, New Psalmist Baptist Church in Baltimore
Lauren Harvey of the Indiana Center for Intercultural Communication at IUPUI will discuss ways in which non-native English-speaking parents will learn how to help their children with reading and school work at home. Materials and suggestions for children of all ages will be provided.
This is one of 1000+ Summits across the globe in 2012 from London to Bangalore, to Kenya to Australia, to many places here in the US. It’s a world-wide movement sponsored by the WIN (Women’s Information Network) to strengthen women and families through education, enlightenment, & entrepreneurism in an effort to eradicate illiteracy, poverty, & hunger and lift the level of love, prosperity, and peace on earth.
Learn the basics of social media including social networks, blogs, YouTube and more. Learn the right and wrong way to use social media and understand how to create a manageable social media plan for yourself …
This conversation gives an extensive outlook on changes in methods and means for funding our education system and what the future may hold for the policies guiding the financing of our schools. The event will …
Sitting on the historic crossroads of Indiana Ave. and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., the Madam Walker Theatre has graced Indy with its presence since 1927. Enjoy an open house and community gathering to recognize and celebrate this cultural icon as we talk about the future of Indiana Avenue.
A dynamic network of these young leaders, led by students from China, will lead a discussion of how philanthropy is impacting their home countries and their own careers, and how Indianapolis can foster international philanthropy as an integral part of emerging onto the global stage.
“Ignorance, Experience, & Success in Business will feature Dan Miller, Executive Director of the Institute for Global Enterprise in Indiana & Ting Gootee, Vice President of Investments at Elevate Ventures.
Having emerged from authoritarianism in the last 15 years, Indonesia has made remarkable strides politically, economically and socially. Yet the new, democratic Indonesia is still a developing country facing considerable challenges. How can Indonesia continue its path of growth, reform and prosperity? What is Indonesia’s role in the global community?