ICOA is pleased to invite you to attend Opera Ithaca’s production of Thumbprint, a contemporary opera inspired by the experiences of Mukhtar Mai, the first female victim of gang rape to bring her male attackers to justice in Pakistan. ICOA’s resident writer, Pakistani journalist Raza Rumi, will appear in a talkback panel after tonight’s 8 [...]
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Rumi reads on November 1
Raza Rumi and Tyrone Shaw present Creative Writing on Social Justice Tues November 1, 5:30 pm, Handwerker Gallery, Gannett Center, Ithaca College
Images from our 15th anniversary celebration
ICOA hosts breakfast for Svetlana Alexievich
Nobel Prize-winning author and former ICORN resident Svetlana Alexievich visited Cornell University in September to present a moving lecture on her work. ICOA board members hosted a breakfast for Ms. Alexievich. ICOA Board Member Barbara Adams and Svetlana Alexievich
ICOA’s 15th Anniversary: ICTV
CPJ welcomes new probe into murder of Sri Lankan journalist Lasantha Wickramatunga
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Reading by Raza Rumi 9/28 4:30 Olin Library
Voices of Freedom 2016
Library exhibits celebrate ICOA’s 15th anniversary
In honor of ICOA's 15th anniversary, the Tompkins County Public Library and Olin Library at Cornell University will both feature exhibits about the organization's history. Running from September 15 through October 15, each exhibit features images, writing, and historical materials. To commemorate Banned Books Week, Raza Rumi will present a reading titled "(A)Live and Kicking: [...]
Voices of Freedom September 25
Join Raza Rumi, Sonali Samarasinghe, Sarah Mkhonza, and Yi Ping in helping Ithaca City of Asylum celebrate 15 years of supporting dissident voices. Featuring a short reading and panel discussion with refreshments following the event. The Kitchen Theatre 417 W. State St. Ithaca, NY 14850 Sunday, September 25, 2016, 7pm
