In an event held in Sitges, the importance of Diada as a day to reaffirm Catalan identity and build the country's future was recalled. The speech underscored that Catalonia's identity is a living reality, present in its streets, schools, organizations, and workplaces.
The plurality of Sitges, an open town built on diversity, creativity, and hospitality, was highlighted. Coexistence was presented as a strength that needs daily care, especially in times of uncertainty and inequality.
The speech addressed current challenges such as housing access difficulties, job precarity, and the fear generated by the rise of the far-right in Europe and Catalonia. It warned against hate speech that seeks scapegoats among the most vulnerable and portrays diversity as a threat.
In response to this situation, the need to respond with democracy, public policies, social justice, and community was advocated, ensuring no one feels abandoned. It was emphasized that democratic coexistence involves knowing how to disagree without dehumanizing or insulting.
The text called for finding common ground: the desire to live in a safe, cohesive, and prosperous town with quality public services, environmental protection, and opportunities for all.
The commitment to the Catalan language was also reaffirmed, defined as a heritage for everyone and a language of meeting, welcome, and social cohesion. Its vitality and the opportunity to learn it for newcomers were defended.
Finally, Catalonia's right to democratically decide its future and to be heard was reiterated. The national commitment was linked to the social commitment to build a more just, feminist, green, prosperous, and democratic Catalonia. From the town councils, as the institution closest to the citizens, a crucial role is played in building the country.
