The Fundació Aigües de Manresa-Junta de la Séquia and the Fundació Universitària del Bages-UManresa announced the winners of this edition, which recognizes positive and constructive attitudes benefiting the progress of Manresa society. The award ceremony will take place within the framework of the Festa de la Llum, and the winners will receive a sculpture by the artist Ramon Oms, in addition to signing the book of honor.
Alba Baltiérrez i Alier, a teacher by profession, has been recognized for her career dedicated to quality education. She was a co-founder of the Flama school in 1970, a cooperative center pioneering active pedagogy in Catalan. Subsequently, she collaborated with Càritas and promoted the Puntal project for school support, standing out for her commitment, perseverance, and capacity for teamwork.
The jury highlighted that Baltiérrez's figure connects with the values of the Séquia Award for her commitment to quality education accessible to everyone and her fight against inequalities.
The collective award goes to the Manresa scouting movement, which includes the groups Cardenal Lluch, Antoni Gaudí, Cavall Bernat, and La Salut. The jury valued their long, uninterrupted trajectory in the comprehensive formation of children and young people, considering it a “school of active citizenship”.
This recognition coincides with the 75th anniversary of the Cardenal Lluch group. The values of Manresa scouting recognized are adaptability, resilience, and tenacity, especially in transmitting values such as pacifism, respect for nature, and commitment to the community in a context of social change.
