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“This is my Mexico” drawing contest promoted at the Consulate of Nogales, Arizona

Programs that promote continuity in the creation of Mexican communities in the USA are promoted by Consulate of Mexico in Nogales, Arizonathrough two initiatives whose main objective is to invite the children a draw and exhibit their talent in the facilities of this diplomatic office binational.

On social networks, this office, through Institute of Mexicans Abroadhas extended an invitation to participate in the vote of the “This is my Mexico” contestwhere the works of children between 6 and 14 years old who have completed a drawing that best represents their places of origin, describing their magical towns and neighborhoods. These drawings will be exhibited at a later date, and the call closes on October 30.

Likewise, at the local level, a series of competitions were held in primary and secondary schools to learn how children imagine the Day of the Deaddespite not living it on the Mexican side. The works will be presented at the consulate offices this Wednesday starting at 5 pm, where an altar will be set up and Consul General Marco Moreno Báez will share with attendees the meaning of these traditions.

The consulate staff invites all citizens of both Nogales to participate in these activities, which are carried out with the sole purpose of highlighting the importance of mexican traditions in all countries, which have a special relevance in the neighboring state of Arizonasince not only the geographical area is shared, but also ancestors and customs, regardless of which side of the border wall you live on.

For more information, those responsible for this diplomatic office have made available the social networks of Consulmex Nogalesas well as the telephone number 001 520 287 2521, or they can be visited directly at 135 W Cardwell St, in Nogales, Arizona.

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