In this new episode of Inspiring Talks, we’re joined by Joan Pons — a figure who embodies commitment and integrity. A historian, educator, former foundation director, author of La llengua de Menorca, and now a councillor on the Island Council of Menorca, Joan has transitioned from teaching history in the classroom to shaping it from within the institutions.
From a distinctive corner of Ciutadella, we sit down with Joan to explore Menorca, youth, education, and culture. He speaks with clarity and conviction, asserting that identity and language are not mere ornaments, but the roots from which everything else grows. Joan believes that good governance “is about knowing when to leave people in peace,” and he reflects on today’s pressing challenges — from the need for safe infrastructure and legal certainty to the vital role of strong education and a vibrant cultural life.
Joan describes his move into politics as an act of coherence: after years of calling for commitment in his opinion pieces, he couldn’t turn down the opportunity to contribute from within.
An honest conversation with someone who deeply believes in Menorca and in the values that make it unique.
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