The grandmother and grandson who, given the vicissitudes of life, have only each other. A father and his daughters who take on every challenge together. Two who love each other and long for a child. Parents and their baby. The aunt raising nieces and nephews.
The possibilities are many when writing about family models present today in our country; models many times distant from the traditional one, upon which accepted ideals of fulfillment have long converged.
But today's island is more diverse and plural, as are the paths along which we seek happiness in our homes. Therefore, and to be consistent with the constitutional precepts of inclusion, equality and non-discrimination, 2022 brings Cuban citizens the challenge of discussing and approving a new Families Code which reflects and protects them in all their dimensions.
This is a text of opportunities. Rather than restrict, it adds and multiplies, offering alternatives and options, placing affection at the core of family relationships. Above all, it does not create new realities, but recognizes the existing ones and ensures that no one is denied their rights.
The process of popular consultation that will begin in February is an unparalleled opportunity for society to confront our backwardness, the prejudices that do as much harm to the discriminator, or more than the discriminated.
To be better is the aspiration of our national project which, true to its revolutionary nature, must always be in the vanguard, which means relentlessly pursuing greater social justice, more equity.
Leaving no one behind is fundamental to reaffirming national unity, upon which - and hand in hand with more conscious work - our much-needed prosperity will be constructed. And we must do so convinced of victory, as Party First Secretary and President of the Republic Miguel Díaz-Canel called on us to celebrate this anniversary of the Revolution and the new year, because everyone in Cuba is part of one great family.
