In 1945, Gabriela Mistral was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, becoming the first Latin American writer to win the prize. She was not only a poet, but also an educator, human rights advocate and diplomat, roles in which she promoted the connection between cultures. This week represents an opportunity to highlight the links between Chile and Japan, as well as the universality of Mistral's values, such as peace, education, and mutual understanding.
In 1945, Gabriela Mistral was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, becoming the first Latin American writer to win the prize. She was not only a poet, but also an educator, human rights advocate and diplomat, roles in which she promoted the connection between cultures. This week represents an opportunity to highlight the links between Chile and Japan, as well as the universality of Mistral's values, such as peace, education, and mutual understanding.