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During the event, an audiovisual presentation on the attractions and cultural riches of the provinces that make up the Enriquillo region was presented. Likewise, the Vice Minister of Cultural Identity and Citizenship, Pastor de Moya, highlighted the importance of continuing to promote spaces for artistic and community participation in the different regions of the country. The first edition of the festival is dedicated to Casandra Damirón, in recognition of her invaluable legacy in the promotion of Dominican music and popular traditions. As part of the tribute, her children, Checheo and Luisa Rivera, participated, and a documentary about the life and career of the artist, directed by Gustavo Díaz (Sombolo), was screened. Also intervening in the event were the mayor of Barahona, Míctor Emilio Fernández, and the provincial governor, Oneida Féliz, who highlighted the importance of the festival for the cultural strengthening of the region. The Enriquillo Region Cultural Festival offers a program aimed at the whole family, which integrates literary, artistic and cultural activities, as well as children's areas, craft spaces and bookstores. In addition, it includes presentations by the National Editor and exhibitions related to comics and creative industries. The opening day concluded with an artistic presentation by the Casandra Damirón Folkloric Ballet and the participation of singer Adalgisa Pantaleón.



