In an insecure world, with more than fifty active armed conflicts and political persecutions in various regions, the question arises about how to live and survive amidst these challenges. Migration is used as a scapegoat to divert social and nationalist discontent, generating exiles and expulsions due to scarcity and armed conflicts.
Culture is also affected, with poets, musicians, and filmmakers among the victims of conflicts. In the midst of ideological, cultural, and economic crises, reflection, dialogue, and the construction of spaces for enjoyment become essential to address these challenges.
Universities, as bastions of freedom and human rights, are besieged, but they play a crucial role in promoting reading, dialogue, and reflection. Culture, through literature, music, and cinema, presents itself as a refuge in times of historical complexity.
Cultural events such as the UNAM Book and Rose Festival in Mexico provide spaces for reflection, debate, and the celebration of literature. Through reading and critical thinking, efforts are made to tackle current challenges and build new paths in common.
Amid global conflicts and social crises, culture emerges as a possible response to violence and oppression. Through the promotion of reading, dialogue, and reflection, the aim is to face the challenges of today's world and build a fairer and more equitable future for all.
