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El Diario

RevarteColectiva · December 21, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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Por David Azzolini

Es difícil encontrar la manera adecuada de contar lo que ya después de un mes está resultando ser una etapa de la vida a la que miraré con melancolía algún día. Afortunadamente, la forma de contarla me fue recomendada por el mismo servicio civil, personificado en este caso en un periodista mexicano con el que me encontré compartiendo un pequeño apartamento en Puente Piedra. Entre las interminables historias de vida de este interesante personaje, me impactó un pequeño cuaderno de dibujo que siempre lo acompaña en cada momento y que ahora, y espero también en el futuro, me está acompañando a mí también.

Este primer mes de servicio civil ha estado marcado por las páginas de este cuaderno, las cuales me recuerdan los increíbles encuentros que he tenido, como en el caso de Adolfo Peredo, un migrante boliviano fundador de una asociación pedagógica para niños, de quien pude escuchar cuatro horas de una entrevista demasiado corta para captar más que una fracción de la vida de una persona extraordinariamente interesante.

Estas mismas páginas me hablan de la amabilidad y disponibilidad de mi OLP, que no dudó ni un momento en pasar una tediosa mañana haciendo fila en el banco después de que el “cajero más seguro” me quitara 180 euros de la cuenta sin dar nada a cambio, o de aquella noche en la que no dudó ni un segundo en cambiar el menú de la cena para satisfacer mi deseo, expresado en forma de una broma sin pretensiones, de comer churros.

Y entre las páginas llenas de lugares, colores y experiencias, encuentro el momento triste en el que me di cuenta de que en la lectura de aquel relato no era la timidez la que estaba deteniendo a algunos niños, sino el resultado de una deserción escolar demasiado temprana.

Pero la tristeza de estos momentos y las múltiples contradicciones de una ciudad tan injustamente rica y desarrollada, al punto de erigir un muro para dividir dos distritos, se ven opacadas por la riqueza de las personas que forman parte de este proyecto, que día tras día, libro cartonero tras libro cartonero, programa radial tras programa radial, están llevando un cambio palpable a la realidad a la que pertenecen, y que he tenido la suerte de conocer y espero poder transformar en mi propia medida.


English Version:

The Diary 

It is difficult to find the right way to tell what is already becoming a phase of life that I will think back on with melancholy someday. Fortunately, the way to tell it was advised to me by the same civil service, embodied in this case by a Mexican journalist with whom I found myself sharing a small apartment in a district of Lima called Puente Piedra. Among the endless life stories of this interesting character, I was struck by a small sketchbook that he always carries with him at all times, and which now, and hopefully in the future, is accompanying me as well.

This first month of civil service has been marked by the pages of a notebook, which remind me of the incredible encounters I have had, such as the case of Adolfo Peredo, a Bolivian migrant and founder of an educational association for children, of whom I was able to listen to four hours of an interview that was too short to capture little more than a fraction of the life of an extraordinarily interesting person.

These same pages speak to me about the kindness and availability of my OLP, who did not hesitate for a moment to spend a boring morning in line at the bank after the “cajero mas seguro” took 180 euros from my account without giving anything in return, or of that evening when she did not hesitate for a second to change the dinner menu to accommodate my desire, expressed by me as a joke, to eat churros.

And in the pages full of places, colors, and experiences, I find the sad moment when I realized that it was not shyness that was blocking some children from reading, but rather the result of an early school dropout.

But the sadness of these moments and the multiple contradictions of a city so unjustly rich and developed, to the point of erecting a wall to divide two districts, are overshadowed by the richness of the people who are part of this project. Day after day, book after book, radio program after radio program, they bring about a tangible change to the reality they are a part of, and that I have been fortunate enough to know and, in my own small way, help shape.

David Azzolini

Joven originario de Italia, actualmente realiza un año de pasantía en el Centro el Quijote para la vida, y colabora con los programas de la biblioteca, la olla común, la radio El Quijote, y los diversos programas juveniles del centro.

    16 Años Caminando Con El Quijote 

    RevarteColectiva · December 21, 2023 · Leave a Comment

    Por Ma. Isabel Cielo Ramos

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    Estos 16 años de mi vida la pasé nutriéndome de enseñanzas, aprendizajes, experiencias e historias, tengo que decir que la mejor parte de mis aprendizajes fueron parte del proyecto y de las increíbles oportunidades que me regaló la vida, el simple hecho de nacer en un ambiente lleno de libros, maestros, padres gestores de proyectos, ya era una fortuna no solo aprendí a aprender de los demás sino también a creer en mí y en mis vecinos, vecinas, y demás ciudadanos de Santa Rosa.

    Empecé a participar del proyecto desde muy pequeña, aprendí a tocar algunos instrumentos, aprendí a leer, a contar cuentos, a expresarme sin miedo, a explicar mis dudas y mis respuestas, aprendí sobre mi.

    No me daba cuenta de lo que sabía hace algunos años, porque no era segura de mi misma, el proyecto Quijote para la vida me hizo segura de mi, capaz de demostrar que sí puedo a las personas que no creen en mí , aprendí a hablar en la radio, que me ayudó mucho a verbalizar mis emociones y comunicarlas, también a hablar y analizar cada problema que ocurre en mi país o en países vecinos, aprendí de las experiencias de las historias y de la vida de las personas que entrevisté. 

    El proyecto me enseñó sobre mi sexualidad, aclaró las dudas y las preguntas gracias a los profesores, voluntarios, compañeros que siempre están para uno.

    Los voluntarios IBO ITALIA fueron, son y serán las personas que me dejan una huella gigante en el corazón, mis hermanos de otro vientre con los que compartí risas, llantos, lágrimas, secretos, travesuras y tantas cosas interesantes, cuando la casa esta llena me siento muy bien, porque somos una familia, la parte más emocionante siempre será la llegada y lo que compartimos, la parte más triste en mi vida, son las despedidas cada uno se lleva una parte de mi y yo me quedo con una parte de ellos.

    Mis amigas cuando me visitan me preguntan ¿Por qué en mi casa siempre hay italianos y gente que no es mi familia biológica (aunque yo siento que son mis hermanos y hermanas de toda la vida, que los conozco hace años) yo les explico que son voluntarios y que los trato como mi familia que son un parte muy especial para mi.

    Finalmente estoy muy feliz y orgullosa de todos los logros que hicimos como familia Quijote, yo estoy segura que iremos por más, gracias a todas las personas que colaboran con nuestro proyecto, gracias a las oportunidades y a los tropiezos que alguna vez tuvimos y nos levantamos.


    English Version:

    16 Years Walking with Don Quixote
    by Ma. Isabel Cielo Ramos

    I have to say that the best part of my learning was part of the project and the incredible opportunities that life gave me. The simple fact of being born in an environment full of books, teachers, parents and project managers was already a fortune, not only did I learn to learn from others but also to believe in myself and in my neighbors and other citizens of Santa Rosa.

    I began to participate in the project from a very young age, I learned to play some instruments, I learned to read, to tell stories, to express myself without fear, to explain my doubts and my answers, I learned about myself.

    I did not realize what I knew some years ago, because I was not sure of myself, the Quixote for life project made me sure of myself, able to show that I can to people who do not believe in me, I learned to speak on the radio, which helped me a lot to verbalize my emotions and communicate them, also to speak and analyze every problem that happens in my country or in neighboring countries, I learned from the experiences of the stories and the lives of the people I interviewed.

    The project taught me about my sexuality, clarified doubts and questions thanks to the teachers, volunteers, colleagues who are always there for you.

    The IBO ITALIA volunteers were, are and will be the people who leave a huge mark in my heart, my brothers from another womb with whom I shared laughter, tears, secrets, mischief and so many interesting things, when the house is full I feel very good, because we are a family, the most exciting part will always be the arrival and what we share, the saddest part in my life, are the farewells, each one takes a part of me and I keep a part of them.

    My friends when they visit me ask me why in my house there are always Italians and people who are not my biological family (although I feel that they are my brothers and sisters of all my life, I have known them for years) I explain to them that they are volunteers and that I treat them as my family, they are a very special part of me.

    Finally I am very happy and proud of all the achievements we made as Quijote family, I am sure we will go for more, thanks to all the people who collaborate with our project, thanks to the opportunities and the stumbles we once had and we got up.

    Ma. Isabel Cielo Ramos Perez

    Ma. Isabel Cielo Ramos Perez tiene 16 años de edad. Bailarina de Marinera, danza  considerada Patrimonio Cultural Peruana. Integrante del equipo de trabajo del Proyecto Quijote enseñando marinera a los niños y niñas de 7 a 9 años.

      Rio, bosque and La vida tiene muchas curvas (Cinema poem of CCATE)

      RevarteColectiva · July 9, 2023 · Leave a Comment

      Dreams/Sueños: is a filmbook of poetry and original music written, produced, and edited by students at Centro de Cultura Arte Trabajo y Educacion (CCATE). Río, Bosque, Tren. These three poems reflect the deep connection, observation and compassion our children have for their home and the beauty of creation. Through their voices I now hear the rivers rushing inside all of us. Through their eyes I can reconnnect to that awestruck feeling of standing beneath trees. Through their music I feel the fire of hope burning brightly. This will bring tears. These children are giving voice, vision, and setting music to the future. They are the dreamers and they dream fearlessly and with so much love.

      Dreams/Sueños: es un conjunto de poesía cinematográfica, fotografiado, producido y editado por estudiantes de la clase de producción de cine del Centro de Cultura Arte Trabajo y Educación (CCATE). Río, Bosque, Tren. Estos tres poemas reflejan la profunda conexión, observación y compasión que nuestros estudiantes tienen por su hogar y la belleza de la creación. A través de sus voces, se escuchan los ríos corriendo dentro de todos nosotros. A través de sus ojos podemos volver a conectarnos con esa sensación de asombro de estar debajo de los árboles. A través de su música sentimos el fuego de la esperanza ardiendo intensamente. Esta producción traerá lágrimas. Los estudiantes dan su voz, su visión y son música para el futuro. Son los soñadores y sueñan sin miedo y con mucho amor.

      Filmmaking Class of CCATE

      Dreams / Sueños

      Since 2014 until today (2023) the Filmmaking class runs every year.

        A Melody of Peaceful Madness

        RevarteColectiva · June 19, 2023 · Leave a Comment

        A melody of peaceful madness

        One of the many mysteries of life

        How can something be so peaceful?

        But at the same time full of madness

        A melody that makes you forget all your surroundings

        A guitar chord that brings you at ease

        Piano chords that make you feel like you’re drowning

        Drums bursting of energy

        All creating a tranquil sensation

        Making you solve a personal equation

        A melody that makes you a mess, a chaotic mess

        One that digs deep into personal problems

        Unable to find balance at the bottom

        Chords of sheer folly

        Lyrics of foolishness

        Beats of lunacy

        A melody that’s pleasant

        With a harmony that soothes beautifully

        A melody that makes you alone, but not lonely

        A melody of peaceful madness

        A melody that doesn’t exist …

        Valeria

          A Dose of Music

          RevarteColectiva · June 19, 2023 · Leave a Comment

          Debasish Mridha states, “Music can heal the wounds that medicine cannot touch.” Whether or not we know it in the moment, music helps us in many ways. It is there for us on the tough days, where all we want to do is lay in bed, and on the good days, where we have enough energy to accomplish all our goals. We use music as a way destress, focus, and express ourselves. Whenever we need it, we can always rely on music to fall back on. Many teenagers and young adults are very connected to their music. They feel it has a lot of power in their lives and helps them connect with others and their selves. 

          Music is beneficial to all of us, especially when handling our stress. Stress often makes us feel overwhelmed and anxious. Because of schoolwork, socializing, and life at home, teenagers are usually prone to this feeling of pressure. 

          Omar Yañez, a 16-year-old high school student and student at CCATE, agrees with this idea. “Music helps with stress and calming myself down sometimes.” Many teenagers at CCATE use music to destress and calm their anxiety when they are feeling overwhelmed. 

          One of the other advantages of music is that it gives us a way to express ourselves. Listening to different types of music shows our individuality, and how we are distinct from others. Music also helps us understand how we are feeling and helps us express that emotion. 

          14-year-old Valeria Ledesma Lugo explains this thought. “I feel like even if it’s just a song I feel like they [the artists] open up a lot to put their business out there and all their feelings out there. So, when I hear their music it’s like I can put my feelings out there too.” Putting your feelings out there is an important step of opening up to others, which helps you express yourself more easily. Finding the courage to open up can be found within the lyrics or the melody of a song no matter what emotion you are feeling.

          Music can help us with our emotions on the inside, but it is also helpful with physical tasks as well. Working through your feelings is important, but as are the things we do in daily life as well. Things can get tiring after repeating the same jobs every day, and music can help us with that too. Listening to music can help us focus on these chores, keeping our minds on task working hard without getting distracted. 

          CCATE teenager Alison Calderon says that music helps her with a lot of her work, making the work seem less burdening. “I think music affects mental health by helping it, because there are a lot of songs or a lot of lyrics that give me perspective on how to think about things.” Many teenagers use music in the same way when doing their schoolwork and other chores. Using music to focus and calm your mind can help you get many things done. 

          These songs and lyrics are part of daily life, and help many people get through the day. Music has so many benefits that we are able to take advantage of. It helps us unwind, focus, communicate our emotions, and so many other things that most people don’t think of when listening to music. Even without knowing it, music scientifically improves our mood affecting neurotransmitters that affect our mood. Sometimes, the best way to feel our best is to turn on our favorite song.

          Louisa Sandorff

          Louisa Sandorff is a 15-year-old high school freshman at Conestoga High School, and member of CCATE.

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