For more than 20 years, Halima Taha has contributed to the field as an appraiser, art advisor, educator and lecturer. Currently president of halima ink, a professional arts and education company, she comes to Indianapolis to discuss her views on art and commerce. (more…)
The Whirling Dervishes are coming to Indianapolis. Mesmerizing a seven-century old ritual, featuring beautiful costumes, hypnotic live music with flutes, strings and percussions…. Not all Muslims are what you see on Fox News! (more…)
Uncommon Common Ground IV will bring students together to share and learn how to overcome these challenges, as well as to celebrate the power of student voice. (more…)
Tensions in Korea and Burma, the rising influence of China, changing international trade patterns as well as domestic political dynamics in Japan have a profound impact on Japan’s interaction in East Asia. With half the world’s population, one-third of the global economy, and growing economic and financial strength in the international system, Asia is key to a stable, prosperous world. The U.S.- Japan bilateral alliance has underpinned East Asia’s security structure, benefiting Japan, the United States, and the region. However, what worked in the past may not serve us well in the future. (more…)
A new wave of anti-Populism is gaining strength in Latin America. Join us for a presentation and discussion on the challenges of Latin American Populism and efforts to counter the problem by improving education in the Americas. Populism, weak rule of law, and general lack of access to good education have made emigration to the U.S. the most attractive alternative for many desperate people. Is there anything to be done or that is being done to address this issue? Several Latin American leaders come to Indianapolis to pay tribute to Milton Friedman and discuss their experiences. (more…)
Talk about a challenge to Spirit & Place’s theme of “living generously”: the US is responsible for more than 2 million Iraqis fleeing their country, and another million displaced within Iraq … and our government is doing all but nothing to help them. It’s up to us Hoosiers. (more…)
According to TIME: “The war has created the largest refugee crisis in the Middle East since the displacement of the Palestinians in 1948… Despite all this, the U.S. debate about withdrawal is largely indifferent to those whose lives have been upended.” What can we in Central Indiana do about it? (more…)
Even if it wasn’t somehow connected to a lavishly funded new think tank, a special screening of the film version of “Renewing American Culture: The Pursuit of Happiness” would be worth attending the Heartland Festival. (more…)
Those who’ve seen “Invisible Children” might say the highly caffeinated final version was pretty rough … but it’s a rough topic, children hiding every night to avoid being “drafted” into thuggish militias. (more…)
“The Kite Runner,” set in contemporary Afghanistan, is one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year … perhaps too eagerly, since the stars of the movie now fear for their lives. If they can be adequately protected in time, be the first to see the film at the end of Heartland. (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
