BEN CLARK IS APPOINTED PATRON OF THE ANTONIO GALA FOUNDATION

The Ibizan poet Ben Clark was elected patron of the Antonio Gala Foundation last 28 October. Founded in 2002, this Cordovan institution is dedicated to the patronage of young artists dedicated to fields such as literature, plastic arts or music. «It is utopian that a young person can dedicate himself for an entire year to his artistic vocation. It is a utopia realized because, Fortunately, is a reality", the author comments on the institution.

Ben Clark, the fourth on the left, with the mayor of Córdoba, José María Bellido, and some of the members of the Board of Trustees.

Clark's relationship with the foundation began when he was admitted as a resident during the academic year 2004-2005. por tanto, becomes the first member of the Board of Trustees who was also a scholarship recipient of the organization. The writer states about it: «It is interesting that a person who has been through the institution almost since its inception is now part of the board because it is a very unique experience.. I think I will be able to bring the figure of the Board of Trustees and the Board of Trustees closer to the residents., that of the resident".

Among the new functions of the Ibizan are those related to the management of the Antonio Gala Foundation's resources and the direction the institution will take.. Clark has already stated that he intends to strengthen the ties between the different organizations and national residences of this type. "I think that greater coordination between us is going to be very beneficial to give more strength to something that is necessary for society and that is now little known and receives little support", reflect.

The author, translator and teacher 38 years thus adds a new honor to his artistic career, who already has some renowned recognitions such as the Loewe Prize with his work 'The Celestial Police', the Hiperión Prize with 'The children of the children of wrath'’ or the RNE Critical Eye Award.

his unwavering faith in God and the numerous trips that brought him into contact with diverse cultures and to settle in Santa Eulària

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sources:

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