Casa de las Américas

Casa de las Américas is a cultural institution based in Havana, Cuba, established in 1959. It promotes Latin American and Caribbean art, literature, and culture through various programs, including literary awards, exhibitions, and conferences. The organization aims to foster cultural exchange and solidarity among countries in the region. Notably, it hosts the Casa de las Américas Literary Prize, which recognizes outstanding works by writers from Latin America and the Caribbean. The institution plays a significant role in supporting contemporary literature and the arts while contributing to discussions on social and political issues in the region.