Identidades in English No 4, December 2014 | Page 102

“The Other Cuba.” And “Inspiring Smiles.” La Roche College On September 17, 2014, La Roche College was privileged to participate in the fascinating, diverse, and highly informative collaborative program series "We Are the Roots of Change." Organized by the Platform for Cuban Integration [Plataforma de Integración Cubana], the series focused on sharing the culture and challenges of contemporary Cuba. La Roche College hosted the photo exhibit "Inspiring Smiles: Brightening the Lives of Cuba's Invisible Children", a wonderful collection that highlighted work to bring art to poor and marginalized children in Cuba. We were honored to hear directly from the photographer about the art program and its positive impact on the children. Also featured was a new documentary, "The Other Cuba", offering useful insights into the challenges faced by families falling Professor Astrid Kersten makes through the cracks of governmental systems of aid welcoming remarks and assistance. The La Roche event included a panel presentation by an amazing group of scholars, professionals, artists and activists who engaged with the audience on key questions and issues. This program was a real treat for the students, faculty and staff of La Roche and the North Hills Community, and we hope that our relationship continues into the future. Dr. Astrid Kersten. Professor of Management and Co-director of Global Development and Humanitarian Aid. The panel and the screening of the documentary “The Other Cuba” 102 Exposition “Animando Sonrisas” [Inspiring Smiles]