Celebrating 50 years of cultural impact
Next year, Catalan culture is preparing for a significant celebration: the fifty years of the First Congress of Catalan Culture (CCC) will be celebrated, an event that marked a before and after in the cultural revitalization of the Catalan Countries during the democratic transition. Now, with the horizon of the Second Congress, the door opens to a deep reflection on the future of Catalan culture in the context of the 21st century.
The legacy of the first congress
The first CCC, which took place between 1975 and 1977, was a key moment in the cultural history of Catalonia. With a mass participation of more than 12,400 congressmen and the support of 1,500 organizations, it became one of the most significant cultural mobilizations in the country. Its participatory approach, with a decentralized structure, allowed for various voices from the territory to feel.
Clear goals and lasting impact
The CCC of 75 had well -defined goals: the cultural standardization, the recovery of the Catalan language and the promotion of citizen participation. These initiatives not only helped to revitalize Catalan culture, but also influenced later cultural policies, being a fundamental pillar for institutions that were born after democracy.
A new congress for new challenges
The Second Congress of Catalan Culture, which will open in March 2025, seeks to recover the spirit of its predecessor, adapting it to contemporary challenges. With a new direction and a renewed approach, the initiative aims to address crucial issues such as the decrease in the use of Catalan, the crisis of traditional cultural models, and the need for solid leadership in the current cultural landscape.
Thematic axes for a necessary debate
More than 80 events have been programmed in various territories that will focus on four key areas: the sustainability of the cultural system, communication in the digital age, community well -being and social cohesion. These topics reflect the desire to create a space of dialogue and action that involves the whole civil society.
Looking to the future
The new Congress of Catalan Culture is not just a commemoration; It is an invitation to the collective to participate actively in the construction of the cultural future. In a time of vulnerability for Catalan culture, Congress is presented as an opportunity to rethink its function as a tool for social transformation and cohesion. Its ambition is clear: to inspire a cultural renewal that strengthens the links between the Catalan Countries.
With this new call, Catalan culture seeks not only to remember the past, but also to build a vibrant future, where the language and identity are the pillars of a shared and dynamic project.
