{"id":2307,"date":"2024-02-02T19:47:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-02T19:47:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aldiatodayusa.com\/?p=2307"},"modified":"2024-02-02T19:47:58","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T19:47:58","slug":"colombian-women-transforming-the-world-concludes-with-a-fashion-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aldiatoday.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/02\/colombian-women-transforming-the-world-concludes-with-a-fashion-show\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Colombian Women Transforming the World\u2019 concludes with a fashion show\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Por Javier Molinares<\/em><\/strong>
AL D\u00cdA TODAY<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ORLANDO \u2013 2023 has been a remarkable year for the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando, characterized by impactful projects dedicated to empowering the Colombian community and celebrating the richness of Colombian culture in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The \u2018Fashion Show\u2019 event on December 2nd marked the year’s highlight. The Consulate of Colombia in Orlando celebrated the completion of the \u2018Mujeres Colombianas Transformando el Mundo\u2019 (Colombian Women Transforming the World) project, along with the enchanting musical performances by talented Colombian children who learned to play Caribbean instruments and dance Caribbean rhythms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI consider this a resounding success for the management of the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando,\u201d said Rafael Orozco, Consul of Colombia in Orlando.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The project ‘Colombian Women Transforming the World,’ designed to empower Colombian women by providing them with personal growth tools, was the year’s highlight event. [Photo: AL D\u00cdA TODAY]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The \u2018Mujeres Colombianas Transformando el Mundo\u2019 project, designed to empower Colombian women by equipping them with personal and professional growth tools, was the year’s standout event. This initiative strongly emphasized critical aspects such as mental health, emotional well-being, self-esteem, and self-image. The initiative is part of the Colombia Nos Une program by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis program [Colombia Nos Une] was created approximately 25 years ago by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs,\u201d said Orozco. \u201cWe seek to strengthen and consolidate the bonds of the Colombian community abroad through cultural, sports, artistic, and various other events.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maria Fernanda Saavedra, representing the Chancellery of Colombia through Colombia Nos Une, has emerged as a central figure in these endeavors, playing a pivotal role in fostering a stronger connection between the Colombian community and the consulate. Her unwavering commitment has yielded fruitful projects and unforgettable experiences. Orozco praised her during the December 2nd event at Orlando\u2019s Icon Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s worth noting that the \u2018Mujeres Colombianas Transformando el Mundo\u2019 project was conceived by a woman [Saavedra], whom I have the honor of having by my side, and I request a round of applause for her. She worked diligently alongside other women, forming a dedicated team where this visionary initiative gradually took shape until it became a tangible reality,\u201d Orozco emphasized, acknowledging Saavedra\u2019s excellent work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event, which combined fashion, empowerment, and Caribbean music, captured the attention of the Colombian community in Orlando. The \u201cMujeres Transformando el Mundo\u201d project empowered women, boosting their self-esteem and self-image. It culminated in an exciting Fashion Show with dresses provided by a California designer who traveled specifically for the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, the performance by the \u2018Encanto Musical (Musical Enchantment) children, who had prepared for approximately ten weeks, was a spectacle that captivated the Colombian community. The event also featured a performance by 43 Colombian children who had been learning Caribbean rhythms for two months as part of the \u201cEncanto de la M\u00fasica Caribe\u00f1a\u201d (Enchantment of Caribbean Music) project by the non-profit organization Colombian Multicultural Integration (CMI). This effort was met with resounding enthusiasm from attendees, and parents felt inspired to enroll their children in this project to develop their artistic skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the celebration of the remarkable success of the transformative projects of the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando, Father Howeer Cajic\u00e1 of the Renacer Foundation offered heartfelt words that encapsulated the essence of these initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt is a source of pride for us Colombians to show the entire world that Colombia is art, Colombia is life, Colombia is hope, Colombia is joy, and especially that the finest ambassadors in the world, from Colombia, are you, the women: entrepreneurship, joy, hard work, resilience, loyalty, unwavering commitment, discipline, sacrifice,\u201d said Father Howeer. These words resonated with the spirit of empowerment and cultural celebration that defined the consulate\u2019s projects in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Renacer Foundation graciously provided the Episcopal Church of Jesus of Nazareth as the venue for the workshops for both \u201cMujeres Colombianas Transformando el Mundo\u201d and \u201cEncanto de la M\u00fasica Caribe\u00f1a.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, the event featured the participation of the talented artist Franklin Mu\u00f1oz, an Ecuadorian artist who delighted the community with two musical performances, inspiring attendees to dance and sing along to the tune of \u201cQu\u00e9 Bonita es esta Vida\u201d by the renowned singer-songwriter Jorge Celed\u00f3n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the success of \u2018Encanto Musical\u2019 and the empowerment achieved through \u2018Mujeres Transformando el Mundo,\u2019 the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando is preparing exciting plans for the next year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFor the coming year, we will have entrepreneurship workshops with various facilitators to empower our community in minority certifications, taxes, subsidies, business creation, and exports,\u201d emphasized Orozco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, they plan to take the \u2018Mujeres Colombianas Transformando el Mundo\u2019 project to Tampa, where a sports event for children and adolescents will be organized in the first half of the year. They will also celebrate the July 20th Colombian Independence Day once again, with recognition for outstanding individuals in the Colombian community in Orlando.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead to 2024, the Consulate of Colombia in Orlando plans to expand and replicate these projects on a larger scale, reaffirming its commitment to empowering and elevating the Colombian community in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consul Orozco concluded with a call to the Colombian community in Orlando. The future of the Colombian community in Orlando looks bright, with projects that will strengthen cultural bonds and Colombian identity abroad. While the details of some future projects are kept secret, the community can expect more events to enrich their experience and strengthen their connection with Colombia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFor more information, please visit the website at https:\/\/orlando.consulado.gov.co\/. The consulate is located at 5850 T.G. Lee Boulevard Edificio Citadel 1, Suite 260. Orlando, Florida 32822.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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