The Empowerment of Women
Through an original piece of creativity (written, performance, or visual), explore ways to showcase how a Basque woman in your life influenced you and shaped your Basque identity.
A Letter to Amatxi
My mind wanders a lot throughout the day. More often than not, I think about the time spent with my amatxi (grandma), and how much more time I would like with her. This short film highlights the love and admiration I have for her. Because even though I have plenty of fears and worries, she keeps me grounded. Though she has spent most of her life in the house that sits at the end of a small neighborhood called Oharriz (located in Navarra, Spain), her wisdom and patience have enlightened me. From being expected to cook for a table of dozens of men, to facing the hardships of motherhood that were left unspoken, to now living alone, with little desire to leave the comfort of the house she’s always known. Talking to her on the phone is an option, though I’ve enjoyed writing her letters since she has trouble hearing. In my entry, I share how inspirational my amatxi has been to me and how she’s taught me to never let my doubts take over; this life is too short to be spent hesitating. Eskerrik asko amatxi.
A Word from Naiara