Our City Our Voice

At only 3 years old, the executive director of the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis, Glen Kwok, began his journey of success in the world of music. However, it was his love for the violin that gave him life changing experiences. He lives in Indianapolis and leads one of the world’s greatest music competitions.

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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) is packed with excitement, but for some race fans, it can be an overwhelming shock to the senses. A local non-profit is making free sensory backpacks available for the first time. Today’s Champions have delivered over 100 sensory bags to IMS. They say this work has been 30 years in the making. their son, who has autism, inspired this work, and they hope the sensory bags removes the fear and helps others find love in racing.

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eeping a centuries-old dance form alive is one way to keep up with tradition. The Carmel-based Nrityangan Kathak Academy is teaching a new generation a north Indian classical dance form. Instructor Anindita Sen says when it comes to North Indian classical dance, this one is unique, as it has Hindu, Persian, and Islamic influences, making it a very rich form of dance. She says it’s an important piece of art to keep alive, but also a vital part of culture.

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The Indiana Historical Society's traveling exhibit "Be Heard: Asian Experiences in Indiana" takes a closer look at what it's been like to be Asian in Indiana throughout the past two centuries. Since 2016, the Indiana Historical Society's multicultural collections curator Nicole Martinez-LeGrand has helped uncover stories of different Asian voices all across the state. The exhibit puts a spotlight on a Japanese woman who lived an extraordinary life as a dancer.. Myrtle Goldfinger. Even catching the attention of the great American songwriter and Indiana native Hoagy Carmichael.

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May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and the broad Asian community in Indiana is vibrant in culture and contributions. One woman’s dedication stems from her Asian heritage and the need to help break barriers to success.

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Earth Day was April 21st and WISH-TV is celebrating Earth Day Every Day! Join us in celebrating our planet as we highlight five companies and people who are making a difference. Celebrating Earth Day Every Day is made possible by Eskenazi Health and Indiana’s Family of Farmers.

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Working to expand newsroom diversity is part of ongoing work at WISH-TV. The Multicultural Media Producing Program launched Wednesday with the plan of expanding coverage for communities traditionally ignored. The first cohort, a one-year certificate program, was designed to get underway in the fall at Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis. In addition to classroom learning, students in the program will undergo rigorous training in the WISH-TV studios.

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EducateME is partnering with Marian University to target the growing teacher shortage be diversifying the pipeline by offering full ride scholarships to those selected for the Black Teacher Residency program. The graduate program addresses the shortage, but also takes aim at improving outcomes from students across the board. EducateME is continuing on a mission it began in 2014: increasing representation in the classroom. Blake Nathan, the founder, has experienced the shortage firsthand but also witnessed the value in a diverse teacher pool.

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Muslims worldwide will begin Ramadan at sundown with fasting, praying, reflecting, and gathering with the community.Islam is the third-largest religion in the country. About 3.45 million Muslims live in the U.S. as of 2017, and about 1.1% of the total U.S. population. However, according to the Pew Research Center, Muslim Hoosiers comprise less than 1% of the population. Ramadan is the ninth month of Islam. Followers fast between dawn and sunset, praying for peace and guidance and giving back to the community through charity or community service.

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Firefighting is a field dominated by men, but as Women’s History Month comes to a close, the women of the Carmel Fire Department are showing they’ve broken barriers and can do the job, too.

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