Àgora Cultural Awards 2024 honour five pillars of Andorran culture

The Consell General hosted the Day of Culture ceremony and presented the Àgora Cultural Awards 2024, filling the building’s vestibule for the event. Five long-serving contributors to Andorra’s cultural life were honoured: journalist Gualbert Osorio; activist and gallerist Pilar Cortadella; musician and educator Oriol Vilella; and a joint prize to Eudald Guillamet and Elisenda Vives for their work on cultural heritage and international cultural diplomacy.

Gualbert Osorio received the Àgora Cultural Award in recognition of a long career across print, radio and television and for his sustained commitment to cultural reporting. A former director of Diari d’Andorra, his work includes time with La Vanguardia, the EFE news agency, Ràdio d’Andorra, Ràdio Valira and Ràdio i Televisió d’Andorra. Speakers praised a practice of journalism marked by rigor, ethics and careful verification—“asking difficult questions and offering honest answers”—and noted his involvement in sporting and community initiatives. Osorio accepted the prize accompanied by his daughters, who gave the family’s remarks of thanks.

Pilar Cortadella was honoured for decades of activism for women’s rights and for her role in Andorra’s art scene. Presenters highlighted her leadership in associational work defending gender equality and her ongoing efforts to promote local artistic production.

Oriol Vilella was recognised for his sustained contribution to contemporary music in Andorra. Organisers cited his work as a musician, educator and promoter of initiatives that broaden access to modern music and support the development of the country’s musical life.

Eudald Guillamet and Elisenda Vives received a joint award for their international contributions. Guillamet was acknowledged for his work as an archaeologist and restorer, particularly on rupestrian and mural painting conservation projects and international consultancy. Vives was honoured for a career spanning academia, anthropology and diplomacy, including ambassadorial duties and service as Andorra’s permanent representative to international organisations linked to UNESCO.

Speakers underlined the central role of cultural work in public life and national identity. The ceremony featured musical performances, a speech opening the event and a reading of a cultural manifesto; organisers and institutional representatives urged continued support for cultural activity and encouraged public participation in Andorra’s cultural offerings.