Rocío Bárcena Molina, head of the Mexican Postal Service, and her team demonstrate the commitment and vocation of thousands of postal workers who consider their job an unwavering civic duty. The stories of these workers, who face adverse weather conditions and overcome obstacles to deliver letters to their recipients, reveal the importance of their work. They not only convey news and feelings but also instill the hope of receiving a response.
Postal services remain essential for long-distance communication despite technological advances. Paper letters, envelopes, and postage stamps continue to be used by millions of people worldwide to maintain contact with their loved ones, carry out procedures, and exercise their right to vote. This form of communication, which combines emotions and rationality, remains irreplaceable and unique in the digital age.
The art of writing, essential in letter writing, allows individuals to express ideas and emotions in a personal and profound manner. The work of postal worker Knud Knudsen in Germany is an example of dedication and commitment to his profession. At nearly 70 years old, he has spent 25 years delivering mail to a remote island in the North Sea, walking long distances to reach his destination at low tide. His work, like that of many other postal workers worldwide, connects people through letters in a context dominated by instant messaging and social media.
November 12 is Postal Worker Day, an opportunity to recognize the importance of this profession in society. With the new General Director, Violeta Abreu González, it is expected that the Mexican Postal Service will continue its modernization and growth. Letters, from the happiest to the most tragic, have been vehicles of communication both personally and at the state level throughout history. The work of postal workers, like that of all those who find their vocation in a noble profession, contributes to building a better society.
