Presentation book "Mi Comuna 13"

Name: Presentation book "Mi Comuna 13"
Start: 2026-04-19T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Hostel De Draecke

Schedule

Sun, 19 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Hostel De Draecke | Gent, OV

Dear friends, supporters, and interested guests,

At last, the moment has arrived: after months of dedicated translation work by two Intercambio members, Arne and Alexander, the Dutch version of the book “Mi Comuna 13” (written by Simone Piccini) will be released!

This powerful story takes you into the life of Yenni, who grows up in Comuna 13 (Medellín, Colombia) during the 1980s and 1990s, a time when violence was part of everyday reality. Through her eyes, and those of committed volunteers, you will discover a neighborhood that is much more than its past: a place that today thrives with creativity and connection.

We are proud to invite you to the official book launch, organized @ Hostel De Draecke (Sint-Widostraat 11) in the heart of Ghent.

What can you expect?

Volunteers from Intercambio will read excerpts and share their personal experiences in the neighborhood, we'll discuss topics such as fútbol, religion, Colombian food, resilience, ...

The event will conclude with a performance by salsa singer Fercho Son from Cali, where his passion for music began at a young age. With over 15 years of experience, he has performed across Latin America and Europe. His style blends the elegance of classic salsa with the energy of modern rhythms, and thanks to his warm voice and strong stage presence, he captivates every audience and fills every dance floor.
https://www.youtube.com/@Fercho-son
This will also be the very first opportunity to order the book.
The bar opens at 2:00 PM, the reading starts at 3:00 PM and the concert at 4:30 PM.
EVENT IS FREE!
You can register via:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/148M22kjQOO4Pf6dMaQrUDMm_rxkvSriGiclM66mZAkE/edit

Hope to see you there!
Team Intercambio
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