For the debate series High Noon, various voices from art and culture, research, journalism and other parts of social life are invited to reflect on the times we live in up north.
High Noon is led by journalist and editor-in-chief of High North News, Arne O. Holm. Over a long period of time, Holm has traveled around in a motorhome in the northern regions to seek out places and people that are not usually covered by the media. HIGH NOON is a continuation of this work and this summer Holm and the camper will return to Harstad to again welcome the debate.
Each day, the starting point is a main guest who, with his artistry, opens up a larger debate about our society. Four debates are organized in Prandium at UiT where our identity and our values are put under the microscope.
High Noon is organized in collaboration with High North News and UiT Norway's Arctic University.
The event is streamed in collaboration with Harstad Tidende.
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MON 26.06: THE CONSEQUENCES OF THE NORTHWORK POLICY
On 1 June, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission delivers its report on the Norwegianisation policy and injustice towards the Sami, Kven and Norwegian Finns. What does it tell us and how do we face a more reconciled future?
Main guest: Choreographer and dance artist, Elle Sofe Sara
TUE 27.06: ART'S RESPONSIBILITY
When the world around us is characterized by major social upheavals and values are put to the test, what is the task of art? And what responsibility and opportunity do the artists have to comment on the tragedies from the stage?
Main guest: Director, Tore Vagn Lid
WED 28.06: THE STORY OF MODERN NORTHERN NORWAY
Is Northern Norway at full speed into the future, or are we left on a side track? Power shortages, giga factories, displacement, green industry and a battle for the right to land and sea areas. What is Northern Norway's future and what does modern life in the region look like?
Main guest: Artist, Pål Moddi Knutsen
THU 29.06: LIVING IN THE SHADOW OF THE WAR
It has been over a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Preparedness is being increased in the northern regions and the nuclear threat is imminent.
How is our mental and physical reality affected by our neighbor's warfare?
Main guest: Composer, Tine Surel Lange
Living in the Shadow of War is supported by:
Barents Secretariat