Olimpia López, the Government Subdelegate in Lugo, presided over a ceremony at the Bonxe Penitentiary Centre, where inmates presented three commemorative meninas as part of the celebration of 50 years of democracy in Spain.
The event, organised by the Government Subdelegation in Galicia and the Commissioner for the 50th Anniversary of Spain in Freedom, featured a poetry recital by one inmate and a musical performance by another, accompanied by guitar.
López expressed her appreciation for the dedication and effort of the inmates who crafted the ceramic pieces, stating, “The ceramic piece you created started as a simple piece of clay that gradually took shape. This work requires patience, attention, and time. It also involves learning, experimenting, and, when necessary, starting over.”
She emphasised the importance of cultural activities and workshops at the centre, noting that “working with ceramics and other crafts allows inmates to acquire knowledge, develop skills, and discover abilities that can be useful in shaping a different future.”
Approximately twenty inmates attended the event, which aimed to promote their active participation in raising societal awareness of democratic values. López also acknowledged the professionals who support the inmates in these activities, highlighting their role in fostering engagement and rehabilitation.
