Col. Dean Kesserman of the Providence Police Department discusses the critical role the arts play in public safety and in building a community … at a critical time for Indianapolis. (more…)
The first female Secretary of State and at that time, the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government. As Secretary of State, Albright reinforced America’s alliances, advocated democracy and human rights, and promoted American trade and business, labor, and environmental standards abroad. Albright is the chairperson for The Women, Faith and Development Alliance, which aims to end global poverty among women. Albright is also the first Michael and Virginia Mortara Endowed Distinguished Professor in the Practice of Diplomacy at Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. (more…)
Should American companies do the right thing because it’s the right thing or because it’s the profitable thing? Does it make a difference to how the world sees the US? (more…)
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…)
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…)
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…)
What influences women in their philanthropic decision making? What has recent research revealed about donor intent? What is the impact of donor education on women donors? Do giving circles and women’s funds have the resources and capacity to effect social change? What are the gender differences in philanthropy and why do they matter? What leadership qualities and characteristics are needed to bring women’s philanthropy initiatives to scale? (more…)
Lee Keesler is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte NC. The Arts and Science Council serves and supports Charlotte’s cultural community through grant making, planning, programs and services to ensure a vibrant community enriched with arts, science and history. Over the past five years, ASC has experienced tremendous growth; now Charlotte is a cultural model for cities across the country and is second only to NYC in arts revenues generated. (more…)
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Projects in refugee camps in Thailand that are developing an infrastructure for democracy in Burma, or in camps in Syria to promote democracyin Iraq? The most effective HIV/AIDS program in Africa, which happens to be contributing to legal reform and ethnic healing in Kenya? Or tourists that use their vacations to build orphanages in poor countries around the world? These are just a few Hoosier initiatives transforming the world that you can be part of. (more…)