“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…)
Boil your blood or soothe your spirit, depending on your view of the ACLU and the Constitution it’s pledged to defend … but attend their annual conference. (more…)
Welcome to Tala, in the Mexican state of Jalisco. Population 60,000 … 10,000 of whom now live in Indianapolis. (more…)
So you thought all intellectuals were automatically pro-immigration? Think again, not the intellectuals from the conservative Heritage Foundation. At least Heritage’s top expert on homeland security is very upset about the current state of immigration in the US. (more…)
The Robbie Seay Band is called “a thinking man’s worship band.” They are coming to Indy to help promote ServLife’s efforts to build global community by creating mission communities among the most marginalized and oppressed regions of the world. With raspy vocals and a social consciousness distinctive among Christian rock bands. (more…)
Important IUPUI partners from Kenya and Mexico come to Indianapolis for the inauguration of Indiana University’s new president … and to discuss how universities can be less useless in provoting global/local economic and community development. (more…)
China is lurking behind perhaps a third of the events listed on Provocate … as you would expect from the most populous country and fastest growing economy in history. The Chinese ambassador brings China out of the shadows. (more…)
Indy GreenPrint, the initiative to address global climate change at the local level, is holding a National Conversation on Climate Change discussion, featuring a presentation by a nationally renowned expert, Dr. Kevin Gurney with Purdue University. (more…)
An Evening Inspired by Current Events: Provocate presents Multi-media displays of videos & pictures from Burma, an opportunity for informal discussions with artists, activists, academics … and with Burmese refugees who have made Indiana home. (more…)
Some day, perhaps soon, a democratic Burma will bear the faint stamp: “Made in Indiana.” Burmese dissidents and constitutional scholars are drafting a new constitution in Bloomington. Ties between the state and crisis-ridden Burma will intensify if things turn badly, too: Indianapolis is the major destination for refugees from Burma, and we will get a lot more if the goons in Rangoon respond as brutally as they have in the past. (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
