Information: Regional Directorate for Communities signed protocol with the Gaucho Institute of Tradition and Folklore
The Regional Director for Communities stated in Porto Alegre, Brazil, that the Government of the Azores "has worked closely with the governments of the countries where there are Azorean communities or of Azorean descent in order to establish and develop joint projects aimed at strengthening cultural ties." Paulo Teves spoke at the signing ceremony of a cooperation agreement between the Regional Di... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Community visits State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, and Uruguay
The Regional Director for Communities starts Wednesday a trip to South America, visiting the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul and the city of San Carlos in Uruguay. During his visit to the Brazilian city of Porto Alegre, in addition to meeting with the community of Azorean descent and local institutions, Paulo Teves will meet with the Gaucho Institute of Tradition and Folklore, an institution ... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities highlights importance of media in the Azorean Diaspora
The Regional Director for Communities stated in Artesia, California, that the Meeting of Media Bodies of the Diaspora promoted by the Regional Government in April represents the "recognition of these important institutions," but also the "commitment to bring closer both sides of the Atlantic." "In April, about 40 media bodies of Portuguese origin from the USA, Canada, Brazil and Bermuda, as well a... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities says the Regional Government will be present where there is an Azorean community
The Regional Director for Communities stated in Kitimat that the Government of the Azores will be present "wherever there is an Azorean community, bringing emotions from the archipelago as well as all the consideration and pride of the Region for the life path of emigrants" who left the archipelago. Paulo Teves spoke Thursday at the Canadian Portuguese Association of Kitimat, a small town in the p... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities highlights importance of promoting intergenerational relations
The Regional Director for Communities highlighted in San José, California, the work developed by POSSO - Portuguese Organization for Social Services and Opportunities in the "intergenerational relation between Azorean emigrants and their descendants." "We recognise the merit of this mission in sharing the identity values of all those who left our islands with the new generations so that they ... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities praises commitment of young people of Azorean descent to the preservation of Azorean identity
The Regional Director for Communities praised in Hilmar, California, the "active participation" of young people of Azorean descent in institutions and organisations representing the Azorean community as "a commitment to the future with the legacy inherited." "The commitment, dedication and your willingness to perpetuate in the future our identity is a major responsibility that contributes to the a... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities says Azorean Diaspora is "unique heritage that cannot be separated from the Portuguese Motherland"
The Regional Director for Communities stated in San Diego that the Azorean Diaspora "is a unique heritage that cannot be separated from the Portuguese Motherland," highlighting the importance of preserving its cultural identity and the involvement of new generations. "We can never speak of Portugal without including our emigrant community spread throughout the world, their descendants and all thos... more >>

Information: Regional Director for Communities travels to California, USA, and to the province of British Columbia, Canada
The Regional Director for Communities starts Friday a visit to the US state of California and the Canadian province of British Columbia, where, in addition to meeting with local institutions and the Azorean community, he will take part in the 40th Conference of the Luso American Education Foundation - LAEF and the celebrations of the 25th anniversary of Radio Television Artesia. This visit aims to... more >>

Information: Regional Government promotes 4th edition of Portuguese Language Courses for Immigrants
This year, the Government of the Azores the fourth edition of Portuguese Language Courses for Immigrants, an initiative that aims to promote the full integration of immigrants in the Azorean society, through the acquisition of linguistic skills that contribute to their personal and professional fulfilment. Applications, which are regulated by Decree no. 56/2014, may be submitted until March 31 b... more >>

Information: Third edition of "Azores: Sea cultures" extended to the themes of emigration and Diaspora
The Government of the Azores promotes this year the third edition of the "Azores: Sea of cultures" initiative to promote interculturalism and encourage the Azorean young people to enhance their knowledge on migratory phenomena and their importance in the Azores of today. Organised by the Regional Directorate for Communities, this year' edition has a broader scope, covering the themes of emigratio... more >>