Since the beginning of 2020, I.C.E. has been strengthening its relationship with First Nations communities. To achieve a deeper engagement with the community, and more meaningful partnership on projects, I.C.E. has moved to address First Nations leadership within its governance structure by appointing Dharug Traditional...
We spoke to writer/producer Ravi Chand about his experience in the recent Greenlight pitching lab, Project Greenlight. Ravi’s heartfelt documentary-in-development ‘Five Year Grandma’ received the top vote from the participating ‘wise crowd’. I.C.E: Tell us about 'Five Year Grandma', what is your one line pitch for...
Re-building connections with the local Darug community is a priority for I.C.E. We know that for successful, respectful and ethical practice, we need a deeper engagement with community, and deeper consultation on projects. To achieve this, we’ve been looking at our leadership structure and will...
New Age Noise Collective’s first compilation tape “Constellation” is dropping on 25 June, 2020. The compilation features nine tracks spanning genres from experimental, DIY, ambient, and gutter rap. This album is a milestone step forward for both the collective and for Western Sydney music. The album...
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Our hearts are with those fighting for justice and accountability in the US. We also acknowledge that racialised police injustice is not an issue exclusive to the US. Here, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders face the highest incarceration rates globally (1), with over 400 Blak deaths...
Therese Chen is a producer and filmmaker with Phoenix Eye Film Productions in Fairfield, Western Sydney. In 2018 Therese attended I.C.E.'s Produce Perfect skills development workshops for emerging screen content producers, and in 2019 was a finalist in the Greenlight pitching workshops with I.C.E. and Compton School....
It is our pleasure to announce that two of Information + Cultural Exchange’s Board Members have been appointed new Executive positions within the Board. Congratulations to Mehal Krayem on her appointment to Deputy Chair, and Jenna Cork on her appointment to Assistant Treasurer. Deputy Chair, Mehal Krayem...
Adapting to the need to stay home and practice social distancing, I.C.E. has developed a suite of ongoing and one-off projects that engage artists and community remotely. These projects will be dynamic and responsive to our participants’ and audiences’ situations; there is genuine, thoughtful content...
Dear friend of I.C.E., We would like to update you regarding I.C.E.'s activities in this time of Covid19. We understand that connection and communication is more important than ever. While we are encouraging I.C.E. participants to practice social distancing and stay home where they can, we are...
