In a time of multiple and intensifying crises, Progressive Publics is rooted in a commitment to social justice and asserts that both the academy and the media are public goods that have crucial and entwined roles to play in critical analysis and knowledge mobilization and dissemination. This project triangulates three sectors—independent media, the academy, and the broader public—through connecting crucial questions of the present and how to live collectively in more just relation to media and scholarly communication to promote access, social justice, and community engagement.
The third Progressive Publics Symposium will take place in Calgary on June 13-14, hosted by Dr. Shama Rangwala (YorkU) and Andre Goulet (Harbinger/Unrigged), featuring interviews and panels with academics and independent media on topics like journalism, Alberta history, Canadian politics, social democracy, imperialism and more.
FRIDAY, June 13th from 6pm-10pm at Royal Canadian Legion No.1
(116 7th ave. SE)
7pm: The Death and Life of Canadian Socialism: An Alberta Advantage Intervention
Presented by the Alberta Advantage with the Unrigged journalism and Harbinger podcast community
Featuring the Alberta Advantage, Rob Rousseau & Dr. Roberta Lexier
6pm: doors open
7pm: live show
9pm: guests are invited to stay and socialize
- Alcoholic drinks available to purchase
SATURDAY, June 14th from 12pm-6pm at Mount Royal University
(4825 Mt Royal Gate SW)
-Panels pairing academics and independent media, including Parkland Institute’s Ricardo Acuna, Canadian political movement scholar Dr. Roberta Lexier, broadcasters from community radio’s CJSW 90.9FM, Mount Royal University’s School of Communication Studies, Briarpatch magazine’s John Cameron and Alex Birell, Progress Alberta‘s Jeremy Appel, Calgary Climate Hub‘s Joe Vipond and more.
- Masking is welcome – masks and sanitizer will be available at the door
