Emma Godoy
Mexican writer (1918-1988)
Emma Godoy Lobato (25 March 1918 – 30 July 1989) was a Mexican writer, philosopher, psychologist, educator, radio personality and activist, best known for her literary contributions and her advocacy for the rights and dignity of the elderly in Mexico.
Early life and education
She was born on March 25, 1918, in Guanajuato.
The daughter of Abigail Lobato and Enrique Godoy, she was the youngest of 15 siblings. She spent her early years in her hometown until, at the age of eight, she moved with her entire family to Mexico City, settling in the Popotla neighborhood. Her early fascination with storytelling was inspired by tales from her nanny Brígida.
After studying at the Institute of Feminine Culture (Spanish: Instituto de Cultura Femenina), Godoy earned a Master's degree in Spanish Language and Literature from the Escuela Normal Superior and a Doctorate in Philosophy from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). She also studied Psychology and Pedagogy, took courses in Philosophy at the Sorbonne in Paris, and studied Art History at the École du Louvre.
Professional work
She taught at several institutions, including the Escuela Normal Superior, the Universidad del Claustro de Sor Juana, and the Autonomous University of Guadalajara.
She was a member of the Mexican Society of Philosophy and the International Academy of Philosophy of Art. She was member of the board of the National Institute of Senility Spanish: Instituto Nacional de la Senectud), adviser for the Mexican Society of Philosophy (Spanish: Sociedad Mexicana de Filosofía) and honorary chairman of the Philosophy Ateneum of the Universidad Panamericana.
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