"Art and Traditional Knowledge" Workshop Strengthens Culture in the Regions of Mato Grosso do Sul
Culture as a living expression of local communities was the central theme of the “Art and Traditional Knowledge” Workshop, held in recent days in the municipalities of Coronel Sapucaia, Amambaí, and Paranhos, in Mato Grosso do Sul. The initiative organized gatherings focused on the exchange of knowledge, the appreciation of ancestral traditions, and the strengthening of local communities.
The initiative brought participants together in a space for listening, collective learning, and recognition of the cultural traditions present in these territories, reaffirming the importance of cultural practices as tools for identity, a sense of belonging, and historical continuity.
The Comitê de Cultura (Culture Committee) would like to highlight and thank the indigenous artist @artista_indigenakaiowa, whose contribution was essential to the development of the activities. Her commitment, sensitivity, and connection to the communities enabled the initiatives to reach these territories in a respectful manner and in alignment with local realities.
The artist’s presence reinforces the development of cultural policies that are more closely aligned with the communities, based on dialogue, active listening, and respect for traditional knowledge. The Comitê de Cultura remains committed to strengthening living culture, recognizing these territories as essential spaces for cultural production, preservation, and transmission.