During the meeting, Minister Martínez highlighted the work of these associations, describing them as “cultural embassies” within the Valencian territory. She underscored their growing projection and deep roots in the associative fabric of the Valencian Community.
Furthermore, Martínez congratulated the Casa de Soria in Valencia for receiving the “Castilla y León en el exterior” award, a recognition that positions it among the best centers in the autonomous community in Spain, acknowledging its management since its founding in 2019. She also extended an institutional welcome to the Castilian and Leonese Center of the Valencian Community, which, after only one year of official operation, strengthens the network of 140 Castilian and Leonese communities worldwide.
“"It is admirable to see how these houses not only keep the memory of their land alive but also create deep social ties in our Community, actively participating in our traditions, such as the Fallas or the Offering to the Virgen de los Desamparados."
The meeting also served to review the various activities that both entities carry out to promote their historical, cultural, and gastronomic values, such as the traditional Jueves Lardero, the Jornadas de la Raza Serrana Negra, or the Club del Torrezno.
The minister stressed that these entities ensure the continuity of the Castilian-Leonese identity in Valencia while integrating into new social challenges. She added that regional associativism not only prevents the forgetting of roots but also adds value to Valencian society by revitalizing its neighborhoods and creating mutual support networks that strengthen citizen coexistence.
