Start of the Solidarity Day
Participation of Betina Ferrara
A preliminary debate opened within our space, and it was agreed to carry the idea into practice in a way adapted to the circumstances of incarceration — keeping in mind the "pariah" figures, a word whose meaning points to those people excluded from the advantages others enjoy, and who are even mistreated when they are ignored through the kind of treatment reserved for those considered inferior.
Activities and Highlights of the Day
Breakfast, where tortas fritas were enjoyed; a tour of the production hub's facilities; an activity in the textile workshop — where fabrics destined to become handcrafted bags with special decorations were worked on under the professional guidance of "profe" Betina; lunch; and a sublimation task in Liberté's original workshop — these were the moments that made up a beautiful solidarity day, full of empathy, because that is what it is all about: putting ourselves in the other person's place, to understand what they are feeling in that moment.
Participants and Organization
During lunch, where delicious tagliatelle were served, with the special presence of those who were the beneficiaries of this special day, the compañeros involved in the organization also participated — among them the event coordinator, compañero Omar R; the cooperative's president and founder of the Taller Solidario Liberté space, "Pampa"; the evangelical Christian spiritual guides Luis Becedillas and Cristian. And though they were not present at lunch, other compañeros also worked to make this special and meaningful day happen: "Carlitos," Secretary of the Board of Directors of Cooperativa Liberté and general coordinator of tasks in the space of the same name; Ariel, responsible for Liberté's historic workshop; and countless collaborators who, day after day and in quiet ways, lend their shoulders to this beautiful mark that self-management — achieved by incarcerated people — continues to leave along the road: a true productive hub where solidarity, work, cultural, and spiritual activities all come together.
Closing and Final Reflection
A successful close to "A Day to Give" — the faces said it all, especially those of the guests, who were recognized as the people meant to receive a share of affection through acts of solidarity.
Source: Liberté
