If the world’s global public health threats are going to be addressed seriously, the United States will have to take the lead. But does that mean the government in DC or American citizens … or both? (more…)
Many Spaniards look at the Moroccans in Spanish cities the way many people in the US look at immigrants from Mexico: some see them as hard-working and eager to make better lives for themselves, some see them as stealing jobs from citizens, some see them as indolent invaders … and after the bombings in Madrid in 2004, many Spaniards see the Muslims as potential terrorists. We have much to discuss. (more…)
How does Black Theology in South Africa, which emerged as a response to the oppression of a Black majority by a White minority, inform the pursuit of social and economic justice for all now that it is Black people who walk the corridors of power in South Africa? (more…)
Isabel Phiri will describe the struggles of African women theologians to bring attention to gender injustice in theological education, and the efforts being made to develop theological education that properly reflects the community of men and women in Africa. (more…)
The signature event for S&P every year is the Public Conversation with three well-known and influential thinkers and doers. Who wil they be this year? Stand by … (more…)
How can we learn from the best wisdom the world’s cultures have to offer? Three works of African art from the IMA collection will frame this conversation. For example, the Songye people in Congo bring out a statue in times of crisis to inspire the community’s collective imagination. What equivalent “community power figures” might spark imaginative discussions about local challenges? Begin with an optional tour that highlights these art works. (more…)
Since 1980, Fiesta has been the premiere Latino cultural celebration in Indiana. Fiesta celebrates, educates, and shares the Latino culture through diverse mediums including art, music, dance, food and cultural activities. (more…)
The Day of the Dead honors the Mexican tradition of honoring ones ancestors once a year through a celebration of their life. The Art Center began providing Day of the Dead programming in 2000 as a response to the growing Hispanic and Latino populations in Indianapolis. Through the years the Art Center has found Day of the Dead programming to expand and bridge all communities because of a common experience shared among all people—death. (more…)
Where does imagination reside? Who or what is cultivating the practice of imagination? When are social, religious, and cultural boundaries appropriate? What is needed to unleash public imagination in ways that benefit our communities’ economic, social, and cultural health? These are just a few of the thought-provoking questions that will be explored across the city through performances, dance, panel discussions, exhibits, workshops, and more during the 2008 Spirit & Place Festival. (more…)
Noted chef and restaurant (Chez Panisse) owner Alice Waters speaking on the subject of “Slow Food” (as opposed to fast food), the moral virtues of eating at home instead of going out to Chez Panisse, and “edible schoolyards.” (more…)
NUVO gives Provocate 2007 Cultural Vision Award
Provocate featured in Indianapolis Monthly
"Award combines film, activism: Festival to recognize social justice of Sept. 11, Congo in discussions,"
Indiana Lawyer April 16, 2008 ... on Provocate's Eric Parker Social Justice Award at the Indianapolis International Film Festival