Celebrating women artisans
"Raíz y oficio" event Round-up
The event “Raíz y oficio: mujeres artesanas en el rural,” organized by the University of Oviedo, was successfully held on 8 March 2026 in Cenera (Mieres, Asturias), in celebration of International Women’s Day. The gathering created a space for exchange and encounter between artisans, researchers, and participants from the local community. It also counted on the presence of other Asturian members of the CULTURALITY consortium, including UriaXait and La Ponte Ecomuséu, further strengthening connections within the project.
Throughout the day, various activities encouraged dialogue around the role of women in craft practices and their contribution to rural contexts. The program combined moments of discussion, shared learning, and collective reflection. Guest speakers contributed diverse perspectives, while the participation of artisans, such as textile artisan Paz Mesa, brought practical insights rooted in lived experience.
Textile artisan Paz Mesa delivering a talk as part of the programme.
Participants engaging in a collective activity, following the collaborative spirit of the event.
One of the highlights of the day was the collective artistic activity, which symbolized the shared values at the core of the initiative. In the afternoon, the opening to the public allowed for broader engagement, with conversations addressing the links between craftsmanship, territory, and cultural sustainability. The day closed in a warm and participatory atmosphere, featuring music and a display of local craft production.
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