The Arte y Literatura Publishing House in Havana has called on university students to participate in the Literature and Art Criticism and Research Contest titled 'The Pronounced Aesthetics Desiderio Navarro 2025'. This initiative aims to promote analysis and research in the cultural field among young people.
The Arte y Literatura Publishing House, one of Cuba's most prominent cultural institutions, issued a call on January 8, 2026, inviting university students to enter the 'The Pronounced Aesthetics Desiderio Navarro 2025' contest. This competition, centered on literature and art criticism and research, honors the influential Cuban critic Desiderio Navarro, renowned for his profound influence on aesthetics and cultural theory.
Announced from Havana, the contest seeks to encourage youth participation in intellectual discourse on literature and visual arts. While specific details on submission deadlines, categories, and prizes were not outlined in the initial call, it stresses the value of original and rigorous contributions. This effort aligns with Cuba's publishing sector's push to revitalize critical thinking amid growing interest in the humanities.
The contest offers university students a platform to enrich the national cultural landscape, continuing Cuba's tradition of promoting education and culture.
