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Living in prose and poetry: A successful bet for the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince
Living in prose and poetry: A successful bet for the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince
Living in prose and poetry: A successful bet for the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince

Living in prose and poetry: A successful bet for the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince

On Saturday, July 27, the Pyepoudre cultural center, located at number 312 on the road to Bourdon, was transformed into a real creative hive thanks to the initiative of the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince entitled ’’Living in prose and poetry’’. This event, placed under the theme "from Haiti, a country that lives in us", fully kept its promises. Bringing together young talents from all walks of life to express their genius through song, rap, slam, dance and poetry. This artistic event was a great success with a young audience who came in large numbers to follow the activity. It also highlighted the growing commitment of Haitian youth to culture.

A memorable day for the public

The first part of the day was enlivened by the intervention of the young poet and art history student at the UEH, Dakovens Paulin, followed by that of the cultural journalist Carl-Henry Pierre, who presented the novel "L’Autre face de la mer" by Louis-Philippe DAlembert.

The two speakers respectively took care to approach the novel in its sociological and psychoanalytical dimension in their interventions, they also offered the young audience the opportunity to reflect on the theme of exile and its importance in the life of the Haitian being. The conference ended with an enriching exchange between the speakers and the public. The rest of the day was marked by varied artistic performances that captivated an enthusiastic audience eager for such an event.

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A total success

The success of this activity bears the mark of another point of honor, in the very beautiful calendar of the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de port-au-prince. According to the organizers of the event, the objective was not only to promote young talents, but also to create a space conducive to the development of Haitian culture and to constitute a communication network between the talents of Port-au-Prince. "The second edition of Vivre en prose et en poésie was a great celebration, a beautiful cultural atmosphere. But also, a moment of reunion between some long-time comrades, some actors of the Haitian cultural environment. The feedback is positive. We are satisfied within the team with our achievement. Already, very much alive and ready for the future. We are for a strong and useful Haitian culture," declared Emmanuel Pacorme, the general coordinator of the association. Moreover, Marcus Jusma, a young sociology student at the U.E.H, declared that he had a pleasant time "in summary, I can say that this day was a great journey into the world of literature and culture of my country". he finally admitted, his face full of enthusiasm.

Another representation of Haitian youth

The Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince embodies a part of Haitian youth that wants to be the bearer of a voice different from that associated with violence. At a time when Haitian youth is often reduced to an image of armed gangs defying public authorities, this association shows another side of Haiti. It demonstrates that the prospect of an alternative future for the country is possible thanks to a youth determined to promote literature, arts and culture.

The day of prose and poetry organized by the Cultural Association Salon du Livre de Port-au-Prince was a real success. It not only highlighted the talents of Haitian youth, but also strengthened the bond between young artists and the public. This second edition of "Living in Prose and Poetry" will remain a powerful testimony to the vitality and cultural richness that characterize Haïti in its deepest intimacy.

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Moise Francois
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