Book Launch: Colombian Heart and Australian Soul, by César Álvarez

Come along and say hola as we celebrate the launch of beautifully written and illustrated children's story Colombian Heart and Australian Soul in Green Square!

Highlighting the importance of bicultural ties and cultural diversity, Colombian Heart and Australian Soul is inspired by the journey of a Colombian family who made Australia their home, celebrates the rich cultural heritage of both nations. Through vibrant storytelling and illustrations by renowned Colombian artist Andrés González, and written by the ACD’s Co-Founder and Chair, César Álvarez, the book explores themes of diversity, multiculturalism, and the connections between the two nations, offering young readers an engaging and bilingual educational experience.

We'll enjoy a short presentation and reading of excerpts from the book by Cesar, bringing its vibrant narrative and themes to life.

César is the Co-Founder and Director of The Australia-Colombia Dialogue, a public-diplomacy and non-governmental organisation dedicated to advance and promote Australia-Colombia relations. He is a frequent commentator for SBS Radio in Spanish, and his articles and interviews have been featured in The Australian, The Financial Review, The Canberra Times, The Outlook, The Strategist, El Tiempo, Portafolio, The ABC’s the World and the Drum, A Current Affair, 60 Minutes, Today Show, and CNN in Spanish. This launch is part of a series commemorating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Colombia.