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Love for Cultural Heritage

Valentina none • Feb 08, 2023

A series of conversations about love  for a Valentine's day special

Love is a complex and beautiful emotion that takes many forms. On Valentine's Day, we take a moment to celebrate the different types of love that bring joy and fulfillment to our lives. To celebrate this special occasion, we spoke with different inspiring women from our community to learn about their passions and the love they have for them.


Sally Ocana is the co-founder of International Creative Women, but she has many passions and loves,  for this special she talks about her love for Culture and Heritage.


Sally is a passionate advocate for preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of Colombia.  The culture and traditions of her country are such an important part of her identity, and they bring her so much joy and connection to her roots.  


Sally often finds herself missing the vibrant culture and rich traditions of her homeland. However, She have found that organizing cultural activities and events helps her to feel closer to her country and to connect with other Colombians who are also far from home.


Her studies on heritage preservation have greatly enhanced her understanding of the significance of preserving and sharing cultural heritage. She appreciates the role that cultural heritage plays in shaping a community's identity, promoting social cohesion and fostering intergenerational transmission of knowledge and values. That’s why after moving to Eidnhoven, Sally has started a folk dance group, called Grupo Colombia.

She believes that sharing her love for cultural heritage is a way of preserving it for future generations. By organizing cultural events and activities, she has been able to introduce others to the beauty and richness of her country's culture, and bring people together. Additionally, it allows Sally to pass on these traditions to her daughter, so that she can learn about and appreciate their heritage.


On Valentine’s day we celebrate love, and for Sally that includes the love for our cultural heritage. Whether it's through sharing traditional foods, music, or gifts, it's a day to remind us of the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich cultural traditions that make us who we are.


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