Camins de Memòria brings together 30 adults and 60 students in an intergenerational meeting
30 elderly people and 60 3rd-year ESO students from Escola Claret met to share experiences and learn together. This second meeting of the Camins de Memòria project was a space where generations crossed paths to transmit life stories and perspectives.
The Councilor for Community Action, Francesc Blasco, participated in the event held this June 4th in Valls, promoting the municipal initiative that supports memory and intergenerational dialogue.
The Camins de Memòria project in Valls
Objectives and functions
Camins de Memòria seeks to connect the experiences of the elderly with the knowledge of young people. Through meetings and activities, it fosters respect and the transmission of local and personal experiences.
Participants and facilitation
On this occasion, 30 elderly people and 60 third-year ESO students from Escola Claret participated, who were able to exchange stories and experiences. The presence of Councilor Francesc Blasco reinforced institutional involvement.
The intergenerational meetings: what do they contribute?
Benefits for the elderly
Participating in dialogue spaces with young people helps strengthen their identity and feel heard. This improves their quality of life and gives them an active role in the community.
Impact on young people
The students delve into lived history, beyond the books, and develop values such as respect and empathy. This direct contact with memory helps form more aware citizens.
Recent actions and future of the project
Monitoring of activities
The Camins de Memòria project continues to grow with new meetings and activities in Valls, where the City Council promotes active community participation.
Reactions and institutional support
The involvement of the Councilor for Community Action, Francesc Blasco, reflects the municipal commitment to initiatives that unite generations and promote collective memory.
The reality is that these meetings are more than an event: they are a living bridge between past and future.
Source of the article: Ajuntament de Valls
