Ob 23. aprilu, svetovnem dnevu knjige, je bila v ospredju pogovora z državno sekretarko Vesno Humar razprava o pomenu branja v sodobni družbi. Ta dan, ki ga je Unesco simbolično povezal z obletnicama smrti Williama Shakespeara in Miguela de Cervantesa, opozarja na izjemno vlogo knjige pri razvoju posameznika in družbe.

V najnovejši epizodi GOVSI podkasta je gostja poudarila, da knjige niso le vir znanja, temveč prostor domišljije, razmisleka in osebne rasti. Branje po njenem mnenju ni pasivna dejavnost, temveč aktivno ustvarjanje notranjih svetov, ki krepi sposobnost razumevanja kompleksnih družbenih vprašanj.

Poseben poudarek je bil namenjen vlogi branja pri razvoju kritičnega mišljenja, zlasti med mladimi. V času hitrih in pogosto površinskih informacij branje daljših in zahtevnejših besedil omogoča poglobljeno razumevanje ter odpornost proti dezinformacijam.

Leto 2026 je posvečeno pesniku Srečku Kosovelu in pisateljici Zofki Kveder, kar dodatno poudarja pomen literature za slovensko kulturno identiteto. Takšna obeleževanja krepijo zavedanje o bogati literarni dediščini ter spodbujajo razmislek o sodobnih družbenih vprašanjih, vključno z vlogo žensk v literaturi.

Knjiga ostaja tudi ključna vez med Slovenci v zamejstvu in po svetu. Dostop do sodobnih slovenskih vsebin, zlasti v digitalni obliki, je pomemben za ohranjanje jezika, kulture in občutka pripadnosti.

Ob svetovnem dnevu knjige tako ostaja jasno sporočilo: branje ni le osebna izbira, temveč naložba v znanje, kulturo in prihodnost družbe.

Vabljeni k poslušanju na vseh priljubljenih platformah za podkaste ter na YouTube kanalu Vlade Republike Slovenije.

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On 23 April, World Book Day, the discussion with State Secretary Vesna Humar focused on the importance of reading in contemporary society. The day, symbolically linked by UNESCO to the anniversaries of the deaths of William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes, highlights the exceptional role of books in the development of both individuals and society.

In the latest episode of the GOVSI podcast, State Secretary Vesna Humar emphasised that books are not only a source of knowledge, but also a space for imagination, reflection, and personal growth. In her view, reading is not a passive activity, but an active process of creating inner worlds that strengthens our ability to understand complex social issues.

Particular emphasis was placed on the role of reading in developing critical thinking, especially among young people. In a time of fast and often superficial information, reading longer and more demanding texts enables deeper understanding and greater resilience to disinformation.

The year 2026 is dedicated to poet Srečko Kosovel and writer Zofka Kveder, further underlining the importance of literature for Slovenia’s cultural identity. Such commemorations strengthen awareness of the country’s rich literary heritage and encourage reflection on contemporary social issues, including the role of women in literature.

Books also remain a key link for Slovenians living abroad. Access to modern Slovenian content, especially in digital form, is essential for preserving language, culture, and a sense of belonging.

On World Book Day, the message is clear: reading is not just a personal choice, but an investment in knowledge, culture, and the future of society.

You are invited to listen to the conversation on all major podcast platforms and on the YouTube channel of the Government of the Republic of Slovenia.