When public health activist Erin Brockovich defeated a corporate polluter, her access to public records played a key role. Such records serve as a "civic memory" of information that can greatly impact the democratic process. Join a practical workshop with activists who demonstrate the value of Indiana's freedom of information laws, and offer ways to overcome barriers to access for more effective community activism and policy-making.

Featuring:

• Cynthia Baker
• Bill Theobald
• Pat Andrews
• Andy Knott
• Stephanie Miller
• Jonathan Bryant, Esq.
• Jack Miller

Partners:

• Indiana Coalition for Open Government

Program Supporter:

• Hoosier Environmental Council

Videographer and Editor:

• Nick Hess, Public Access of Indianapolis

Additional Web Resources:

• Indiana Commission on Public Records
• Indiana Public Access Counselor
• Indiana Public Access Handbook
• Indiana Public Records Act
• Indianapolis Public Access Counselor

NUVO Articles:

• "A Matter of Trust" by Fran Quigley
• "Absolute power. Arrogant public servants?" by Fran Quigley
• "Behind Closed Doors" by Summer Wood
• "Business as Usual" by Jack Miller
• "Public or Private" by Paul F. P. Pogue
• "Six more questions. About the privatized management of the City waterworks" by Jack Miller
• "Think About It!" by Harrison J. Ullmann