The delegate of the Government in Navarre, Alicia Echeverría, has today presented the event organized on the occasion of the commemoration of the “50 years of Spain in Freedom”, in collaboration with the Special Commissioner created for the development of this initiative and the Ministry of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory. The goal, he said, is “to remember the advantages of a democratic system, insofar as democracy has brought the period of greatest stability, prosperity and freedom in the contemporary history of our country.”

The event, which will take place on November 20 in Baluarte, is intended as a reflection on how society has changed in these 50 years: from culture to music, coexistence, equality and freedom. “It will be a lively, participatory and emotional event that will combine dialogue with art and music as a tribute to democratic values and collective progress,” explained Echeverría.

The central axis will be an intergenerational dialogue on how we understand democracy today, how we have reached this point, and what challenges we share as a society. And all this, said the delegate of the Government, “at a time of such uncertainty and a boom of extremist movements around the world that endanger rights and freedoms already won.”

The development of the act

People linked to the world of culture, art and dissemination will participate in the intergenerational dialogue. In particular:

Helena Taberna. Director and screenwriter from Navarre, she has developed a career marked by her commitment to memory, human rights and freedom. She is the author of films such as “The Good News”, “Yoyes” or the documentary about the murder of Nagore Laffage. His film combines emotion, critical gaze and social sensitivity, and he has received numerous accolades for his contribution to free thought and artistic commitment.

Roberto Enríquez, better known as Bob Pop. He is a writer, scriptwriter and audiovisual creator. His work is marked by irony and sensitivity, and explores themes such as identity, diversity and personal memory. He was deputy director of the Late Motiv program of Andreu Buenfuente and is the author of books such as Dias Ajenos or Maricón Stray, as well as creator of the series of the same name. She is one of the most original and courageous voices on the Spanish cultural scene.

Mariola Urrea She is a jurist, professor of International Law and expert in Governance. She is a full professor of Public International Law at the University of La Rioja, president of the Social Council of the same university and a regular media contributor. He is characterized by his clarity in explaining complex legal and social issues, and throughout his career he has defended the role of law as a tool for coexistence and progress.

Benjamín Prado. Poet, novelist and essayist. His works have been translated into several languages; he has also been a lyricist of Joaquín Sabina, and is a regular media contributor. Among his works stand out “Raro”, “Marea humana”, “Mala gente que camino” and “Los thirty surnames”. His voice, lucid and poetic, has been able to combine social commitment with literary and moral reflection.

Leire Ruiz She is an actress and creator from Navarre. One of the most outstanding young interpreters in our community. Trained in drama and communication, she has worked in theatre, television and film, combining performance projects with her own creative initiatives. His career represents a generation that has grown up in democracy and that understands art as a space of freedom and personal expression.

There will also be a nod to art with the participation of Mercedes Corretge, artist specializing in live illustration, muralism and visual communication.

The musical part of the event will be in charge of the children's choir Saudade, which was born in Pamplona in 2015 under the direction of a team of musicians and pedagogues with extensive experience.

Open to Citizenship

The event will take place on Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Palacio de Congresos and Auditorio Baluarte and is open to all citizens.

Invitations can be requested free of charge on the phone 948 979 155 or by filling in this form.