Radio Cadena Agramonte emisiora de Camagüey
Vilma Espín Guillois remains with us, full of energy and fighting spirit. Her legacy lives on in the heart of this island of rebellious lineage. Today marks the 18th anniversary of her passing. She is one of the most emblematic and prominent figures in Cuban history, recognized as a heroine of both the Sierra and the Llanos.
Originally from Santiago de Cuba, her hometown, Vilma displayed a fighting spirit and commitment to social justice from a very young age, actively participating in numerous student protests that marked her early militancy.
Her dedication to the revolutionary cause led her to join the underground, joining the 26th of July Movement and remaining close to its leader, Frank País, with whom she shared ideals and efforts in the fight against the dictatorship.
After the revolutionary victory, Vilma Espín dedicated her life to building the country and defending the values ??that had guided her. Among her most notable achievements is the creation of daycare centers in 1961, one of Cuba's most important social works.
This initiative sought to guarantee the care and early education of children, promoting equal opportunities and strengthening the role of women in society, principles she defended with passion and commitment.
She also assumed political and social responsibilities, serving as honorary president of the Federation of Cuban Women. In that role, she promoted the active participation of women in all spheres of national life, promoting equality.
Today, as we commemorate her anniversary, we remember Vilma Espín as a woman of iron will, dedicated to her country and her people.
Her life is a testament of courage and love, transcending time and remaining a beacon of inspiration for all of us who dream of a better world. Her legacy lives on in every social work, in every empowered woman, and in the very history of the Cuban nation. (Maykel Torres La Rosa/Radio Cadena Agramonte) (Photo: Taken from the Internet)
