The Forgotten Warriors: A Hunger for Justice
Date: Oct 18
7:00 pm
- 9:00 pm
Where: Theatre
"The Forgotten Warriors", directed by Noel Joe, is the unbelievable true story of the courageous last stand by Mi'kmaq activists from Conne River, NL.
In 1983, 9 individuals risked their lives by beginning a hunger strike in a desperate plea to the government to release funds owed to them. It was an act of courage and determination fueled by a hunger for justice - justice for their families, those who came before them, and those who would come behind.
This is a free event but a ticket is required. Please reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709 )757-8090.
About the Director:
Noel Joe was born and raised in Miawpukek First Nations (Conne River) Reserve in Bay D'Espoir, Newfoundland.
A strong advocate for Indigenous youth, Noel served as Co-Chair of the Assembly of First Nations National Youth Council. He was elected to Miawpukek First Nations Band Council in 2012 and served two consecutive terms.
Noel has been involved in several community initiatives, most notably The Red Road Walk from Miawpukek to St. John’s, raising $12,000 for homelessness and youth at risk in Newfoundland and Labrador.
In 2012 Noel was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II diamond jubilee for his many efforts in volunteerism and involvement.
His love of politics led him to pursue a bid for Federal and Provincial politics under the NDP banner. In 2022 Noel began working for the Office of Regional Chief for Newfoundland and Nova Scotia before returning home to Miawpukek. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Mi’kmaw Cultural Foundation and is a member of Art’s NL Indigenous Advisory Circle.
Noel is an emerging first-time filmmaker having directed his first documentary film “The Forgotten Warriors” produced by Up Sky Down Films.
Closed captioning is currently unavailable for this film. We understand the importance of this feature and are working to include it in future screenings. Thank you for your understanding.
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You will explore the fundamentals of shape, colour and character design. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring animator, this workshop will inspire you to create your own LEGO® portrait and unleash your imagination!
2:00 pm session is designed for youth in grades 7 - 12.
Click here to check out the morning session, designed for youth in grades 3 - 6!
All workshop materials included in the cost.
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