Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala promotes cultural events and recognizes Maya spirituality

The Ministerio de Cultura y Deportes de Guatemala, the government body responsible for promoting and preserving Guatemalan culture, shared several updates on November 14, 2025, regarding cultural activities and initiatives in the country.

In a post published at 16:00 UTC, the ministry invited the public to participate in upcoming cultural events: " Prepárate para vivir un fin de semana único, espectáculos, exposiciones y experiencias culturales te esperan para celebrar el talento y la diversidad artística de Guatemala. #ElPuebloDignoEsPrimero".

Later that day at 16:32 UTC, the ministry highlighted its efforts to expand educational opportunities for Guatemalans abroad through virtual programs: "#Guatemala | ¡El Diplomado Virtual de Gestores Culturales está llegando al extranjero! Esta cartera insta a los connacionales participantes a aprovechar esta experiencia formativa y con el conocimiento adquirido, contribuir a la promoción de la cultura en el mundo."

At 17:00 UTC on the same day, the ministry referenced an official policy recognizing indigenous spiritual practices: " El Acuerdo Ministerial 981-2011 reconoce la espiritualidad maya y garantiza a los Ajq’ijab’ el acceso a los sitios sagrados para mantener vivas sus ceremonias. Un compromiso con la memoria, la cosmovisión y la riqueza cultural siempre respetando las normas de conservación."

The Acuerdo Ministerial 981-2011 is an official agreement by the Guatemalan government that acknowledges Maya spirituality and ensures access for Ajq’ijab’, or Maya spiritual guides, to sacred sites so they can continue their traditional ceremonies. This policy is part of broader efforts by Guatemalan authorities to recognize and protect indigenous rights and heritage.

The ministry’s recent posts reflect ongoing initiatives to celebrate artistic diversity within Guatemala as well as support educational outreach among citizens living abroad. These actions are consistent with its mandate to promote cultural development while respecting traditions and conservation norms.