Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância do MENAC na promoção da transparência e da ética pública
José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância do MENAC na promoção da transparência e da ética pública
Secretaria Regional da Educação, Cultura e Desporto
Regional Government prepares academic support for high-performance athletes
Regional Government prepares academic support for high-performance athletes
Secretaria Regional da Educação, Cultura e Desporto
Sofia Ribeiro states that investment in culture must yield returns for the community
Sofia Ribeiro states that investment in culture must yield returns for the community
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights Ponta Delgada 2026 as key to showcasing "Azores' cultural significance"
José Manuel Bolieiro highlights Ponta Delgada 2026 as key to showcasing "Azores' cultural significance"
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October 21, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância do MENAC na promoção da transparência e da ética pública O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, recebeu hoje em audiência o novo Conselho de Administração do Mecanismo Nacional Anticorrupção - MENAC, presidido por José Mouraz Lopes, numa reunião dedicada ao reforço da cooperação institucional em matéria de transparência, integridade e prevenção da corrupção. O MENAC é uma entidade administrativa independente, com personalidade jurídica de direito público e poderes de autoridade, dotada de autonomia administrativa e financeira. Desenvolve atividade de âmbito nacional no domínio da prevenção da corrupção e de infrações conexas, tendo como missão promover a transparência e a integridade na ação pública e garantir a efetividade das políticas de prevenção. O líder do executivo açoriano sublinhou a relevância do papel do MENAC “para a criação de uma mentalidade em nome da transparência, da ética e da prevenção”, destacando o contributo que estas matérias devem ter na construção de uma sociedade mais íntegra e responsável. José Manuel Bolieiro salientou ainda que “é através da escola, dos alunos e dos professores que se pode gerar uma nova cultura de transparência e de ética”, manifestando a disponibilidade do executivo açoriano para colaborar com o MENAC em ações de sensibilização e formação no contexto educativo. A reunião permitiu também estreitar laços entre o MENAC e o Gabinete de Prevenção da Corrupção e da Transparência - GPCT, criado em 2021 pelo Governo Regional dos Açores com o objetivo de prevenir a corrupção na administração regional. O Presidente do Governo fez-se acompanhar por Patrícia Borges, coordenadora do GPCT, tendo ficado o compromisso de reforçar a comunicação e a cooperação entre as duas entidades, com vista à consolidação de uma cultura de integridade e de prevenção nos serviços públicos açorianos. O GPCT tem vindo a desenvolver um conjunto de iniciativas estruturantes no domínio da integridade pública, desde a avaliação do cumprimento do Regime Geral de Prevenção da Corrupção pelas entidades regionais até à dinamização de formações sobre ética e transparência no sistema educativo. Entre as ações em curso destacam-se ainda a elaboração de um Código de Conduta e de um Plano de Prevenção de Riscos para responsáveis públicos, bem como a preparação da IV Conferência “Prevenção da Corrupção e Transparência”, prevista para assinalar o Dia Internacional Contra a Corrupção.
October 21, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro destaca importância do MENAC na promoção da transparência e da ética pública O Presidente do Governo dos Açores, José Manuel Bolieiro, recebeu hoje em audiência o novo Conselho de Administração do Mecanismo Nacional Anticorrupção - MENAC, presidido por José Mouraz Lopes, numa reunião dedicada ao reforço da cooperação institucional em matéria de transparência, integridade e prevenção da corrupção. O MENAC é uma entidade administrativa independente, com personalidade jurídica de direito público e poderes de autoridade, dotada de autonomia administrativa e financeira. Desenvolve atividade de âmbito nacional no domínio da prevenção da corrupção e de infrações conexas, tendo como missão promover a transparência e a integridade na ação pública e garantir a efetividade das políticas de prevenção. O líder do executivo açoriano sublinhou a relevância do papel do MENAC “para a criação de uma mentalidade em nome da transparência, da ética e da prevenção”, destacando o contributo que estas matérias devem ter na construção de uma sociedade mais íntegra e responsável. José Manuel Bolieiro salientou ainda que “é através da escola, dos alunos e dos professores que se pode gerar uma nova cultura de transparência e de ética”, manifestando a disponibilidade do executivo açoriano para colaborar com o MENAC em ações de sensibilização e formação no contexto educativo. A reunião permitiu também estreitar laços entre o MENAC e o Gabinete de Prevenção da Corrupção e da Transparência - GPCT, criado em 2021 pelo Governo Regional dos Açores com o objetivo de prevenir a corrupção na administração regional. O Presidente do Governo fez-se acompanhar por Patrícia Borges, coordenadora do GPCT, tendo ficado o compromisso de reforçar a comunicação e a cooperação entre as duas entidades, com vista à consolidação de uma cultura de integridade e de prevenção nos serviços públicos açorianos. O GPCT tem vindo a desenvolver um conjunto de iniciativas estruturantes no domínio da integridade pública, desde a avaliação do cumprimento do Regime Geral de Prevenção da Corrupção pelas entidades regionais até à dinamização de formações sobre ética e transparência no sistema educativo. Entre as ações em curso destacam-se ainda a elaboração de um Código de Conduta e de um Plano de Prevenção de Riscos para responsáveis públicos, bem como a preparação da IV Conferência “Prevenção da Corrupção e Transparência”, prevista para assinalar o Dia Internacional Contra a Corrupção.
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October 20, 2025 Regional Government prepares academic support for high-performance athletes The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, wants schools to provide better follow-up for student athletes, young regional talents or high-performance athletes, so as to mitigate "conflicting situations between education and competitions." The government official spoke in Ponta Delgada at a meeting that brought together regional school boards, teachers accompanying athletes and the coordinators of the monitoring and inclusive education support teams, as part of the Secretary of State for Sport's visit to the Azores. The government official responsible for Education and Sport stated that the inclusive education model implemented in the Region integrates students "who stand out for their excellence." "It does not focus only on students with learning difficulties. It is also focused on all those who need to make adjustments to their education, such as high-performance athletes, given the demands of training and competition, which involve long periods of absence from school activities and even from the archipelago," she pointed out. Each athlete in these circumstances has been assigned a tutor who "ensures coordination between the class council, other school structures and the athlete's club," adapting "schedules, curricula, teaching and assessment periods." According to the Regional Secretary, the need to present the initiative arose from an assessment carried out by the Azorean Council for High Performance Sport (CADAR), which determined the importance of “increasing the level of follow-up provided to athletes, both by schools and clubs.” During the meeting, the Secretary of State for Sport presented the High Performance Support Unit in Schools (UAARE), developed under the National Government, explaining what is being done across Mainland Portugal. The Regional Secretary stated that the Region is already working with the National Government to integrate the Azores into this network. "This coordination between regional schools and the UAARE Network is crucial for sharing good practices and the multi-level monitoring of displaced athletes, increasing academic and sporting success," highlighted Sofia Ribeiro.
October 20, 2025 Regional Government prepares academic support for high-performance athletes The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, wants schools to provide better follow-up for student athletes, young regional talents or high-performance athletes, so as to mitigate "conflicting situations between education and competitions." The government official spoke in Ponta Delgada at a meeting that brought together regional school boards, teachers accompanying athletes and the coordinators of the monitoring and inclusive education support teams, as part of the Secretary of State for Sport's visit to the Azores. The government official responsible for Education and Sport stated that the inclusive education model implemented in the Region integrates students "who stand out for their excellence." "It does not focus only on students with learning difficulties. It is also focused on all those who need to make adjustments to their education, such as high-performance athletes, given the demands of training and competition, which involve long periods of absence from school activities and even from the archipelago," she pointed out. Each athlete in these circumstances has been assigned a tutor who "ensures coordination between the class council, other school structures and the athlete's club," adapting "schedules, curricula, teaching and assessment periods." According to the Regional Secretary, the need to present the initiative arose from an assessment carried out by the Azorean Council for High Performance Sport (CADAR), which determined the importance of “increasing the level of follow-up provided to athletes, both by schools and clubs.” During the meeting, the Secretary of State for Sport presented the High Performance Support Unit in Schools (UAARE), developed under the National Government, explaining what is being done across Mainland Portugal. The Regional Secretary stated that the Region is already working with the National Government to integrate the Azores into this network. "This coordination between regional schools and the UAARE Network is crucial for sharing good practices and the multi-level monitoring of displaced athletes, increasing academic and sporting success," highlighted Sofia Ribeiro.
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October 19, 2025 Sofia Ribeiro states that investment in culture must yield returns for the community The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, emphasised that support and investment in the cultural sector must "bring returns to the community" and cannot be solely focused on "promoting events "Rather than just investing in cultural events, we must focus on cultural dynamics that involve the community, promote intercommunication, and have a strong educational component, creating new audiences," she stressed. The government official spoke on Saturday at the signing ceremony of the financing protocol for Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture (PDL26) at the Luís de Camões Auditorium in Ponta Delgada. Sofia Ribeiro also stressed that investments in culture should prioritise "continuous dynamics, networking and not isolated work." According to the government official responsible for Education and Culture, it is necessary for students in the Region to have "knowledge of various cultural realities from an early age." In this regard, the Regional Government has placed ‘the focus of educational policies on elementary education, preschool education, and even daycare." "In changing the schedules of elementary school teachers, we have encouraged other professionals, such as physical education, visual arts, and music teachers, to include daily work with students in their programmes," she explained. Sofia Ribeiro recalled that arts education for elementary school students has been extended over the last two years to another two schools in the Region, namely on the island of São Jorge. "The focus on arts education has been a pillar of our Government's work, and I am certain that we will soon be able to reap the benefits of this, "she concluded.
October 19, 2025 Sofia Ribeiro states that investment in culture must yield returns for the community The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, emphasised that support and investment in the cultural sector must "bring returns to the community" and cannot be solely focused on "promoting events "Rather than just investing in cultural events, we must focus on cultural dynamics that involve the community, promote intercommunication, and have a strong educational component, creating new audiences," she stressed. The government official spoke on Saturday at the signing ceremony of the financing protocol for Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture (PDL26) at the Luís de Camões Auditorium in Ponta Delgada. Sofia Ribeiro also stressed that investments in culture should prioritise "continuous dynamics, networking and not isolated work." According to the government official responsible for Education and Culture, it is necessary for students in the Region to have "knowledge of various cultural realities from an early age." In this regard, the Regional Government has placed ‘the focus of educational policies on elementary education, preschool education, and even daycare." "In changing the schedules of elementary school teachers, we have encouraged other professionals, such as physical education, visual arts, and music teachers, to include daily work with students in their programmes," she explained. Sofia Ribeiro recalled that arts education for elementary school students has been extended over the last two years to another two schools in the Region, namely on the island of São Jorge. "The focus on arts education has been a pillar of our Government's work, and I am certain that we will soon be able to reap the benefits of this, "she concluded.
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October 18, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro highlights Ponta Delgada 2026 as key to showcasing "Azores' cultural significance" The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired today the signing ceremony of the Financing Protocol for Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture (PDL26) at the Luís de Camões Auditorium in Ponta Delgada. The agreement was signed between the Regional Government, the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Margarida Balseiro Lopes, the Secretary of State for Tourism, Pedro Machado, and the Mayor of Ponta Delgada, Pedro Nascimento Cabral, in an initiative promoted by the PDL26 Commissioner, Katia Guerreiro. The protocol defines the terms of cooperation and financial support to be provided by the ministries and the Autonomous Region of the Azores to the Municipality of Ponta Delgada, with a view to planning, promoting and implementing the Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture initiative. The Government of the Azores will provide funding of one million euros, through the Azores 2030 Operational Programme. The head of the Azorean Government emphasised the symbolic and strategic importance of the moment, stating: "Culture is an expression of our identity and our connection to the country and to Europe. It is through culture that we show that the Azores are not peripheral but central to Portuguese creativity and cultural ambition." The President of the Regional Government also pointed out that the creation of the Portuguese Capital of Culture contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the national territory. "This is a way to better understand the entire country, involving its various geographical areas, including the islands. It is essential that the National Government realises that Portugal is not only Mainland Portugal but also its Atlantic and cultural space," he said. The President of the Government took the opportunity to praise Azorean cultural agents, acknowledging their role in promoting the collective heritage and raising the visibility of the Region. "It is a source of pride to know that the Azores have a unique place in Portuguese culture. Figures such as Vitorino Nemésio, Antero de Quental, Teófilo Braga and Natália Correia continue to inspire our commitment to culture and freedom of thought," stated the President of the Government. José Manuel Bolieiro also considered that the distinction of Ponta Delgada as Portuguese Capital of Culture will be a moment of urban regeneration and international recognition for the city and the Region, promoting the cultural, social, economic and tourist development of the Azores.
October 18, 2025 José Manuel Bolieiro highlights Ponta Delgada 2026 as key to showcasing "Azores' cultural significance" The President of the Regional Government, José Manuel Bolieiro, chaired today the signing ceremony of the Financing Protocol for Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture (PDL26) at the Luís de Camões Auditorium in Ponta Delgada. The agreement was signed between the Regional Government, the Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Margarida Balseiro Lopes, the Secretary of State for Tourism, Pedro Machado, and the Mayor of Ponta Delgada, Pedro Nascimento Cabral, in an initiative promoted by the PDL26 Commissioner, Katia Guerreiro. The protocol defines the terms of cooperation and financial support to be provided by the ministries and the Autonomous Region of the Azores to the Municipality of Ponta Delgada, with a view to planning, promoting and implementing the Ponta Delgada 2026 – Portuguese Capital of Culture initiative. The Government of the Azores will provide funding of one million euros, through the Azores 2030 Operational Programme. The head of the Azorean Government emphasised the symbolic and strategic importance of the moment, stating: "Culture is an expression of our identity and our connection to the country and to Europe. It is through culture that we show that the Azores are not peripheral but central to Portuguese creativity and cultural ambition." The President of the Regional Government also pointed out that the creation of the Portuguese Capital of Culture contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the national territory. "This is a way to better understand the entire country, involving its various geographical areas, including the islands. It is essential that the National Government realises that Portugal is not only Mainland Portugal but also its Atlantic and cultural space," he said. The President of the Government took the opportunity to praise Azorean cultural agents, acknowledging their role in promoting the collective heritage and raising the visibility of the Region. "It is a source of pride to know that the Azores have a unique place in Portuguese culture. Figures such as Vitorino Nemésio, Antero de Quental, Teófilo Braga and Natália Correia continue to inspire our commitment to culture and freedom of thought," stated the President of the Government. José Manuel Bolieiro also considered that the distinction of Ponta Delgada as Portuguese Capital of Culture will be a moment of urban regeneration and international recognition for the city and the Region, promoting the cultural, social, economic and tourist development of the Azores.
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October 18, 2025 Vice-Presidency promotes Conference on Lajes Base Interpretation Centre The Vice-Presidency of the Regional Government will promote a conference on the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre on Tuesday, October 21, at 6 p.m., at the Capitães-Generais Palace in Angra do Heroísmo under the theme "Visions of the Future." The Lajes Base represents a milestone in world history, as far as relations between the United States of America and Portugal are concerned, and has had a significant impact on the history of Terceira Island and the Azores over the last 100 years. As such, the event will feature a session on "Air Power in the Azores: from World War II to the 21st century challenges" to be delivered by Dr Pedro Ventura. The presentation on "The Azores and International Relations: a reflection" will also be delivered by Professor Luís de Andrade, followed by the presentation "Lajes Base Interpretation Centre: the state of the art," with the participation of Dr Armando Mendes, who will also moderate the subsequent debate. The conference on the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre will be attended by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, who will preside over the opening of the conference. The closing ceremony will be led by the President of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, Luís Garcia, who will be chairing the conference. This event is part of the project to create the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre, which the Vice-Presidency of the Government is developing in collaboration with the Historical Institute of Terceira Island.
October 18, 2025 Vice-Presidency promotes Conference on Lajes Base Interpretation Centre The Vice-Presidency of the Regional Government will promote a conference on the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre on Tuesday, October 21, at 6 p.m., at the Capitães-Generais Palace in Angra do Heroísmo under the theme "Visions of the Future." The Lajes Base represents a milestone in world history, as far as relations between the United States of America and Portugal are concerned, and has had a significant impact on the history of Terceira Island and the Azores over the last 100 years. As such, the event will feature a session on "Air Power in the Azores: from World War II to the 21st century challenges" to be delivered by Dr Pedro Ventura. The presentation on "The Azores and International Relations: a reflection" will also be delivered by Professor Luís de Andrade, followed by the presentation "Lajes Base Interpretation Centre: the state of the art," with the participation of Dr Armando Mendes, who will also moderate the subsequent debate. The conference on the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre will be attended by the Vice-President of the Regional Government, Artur Lima, who will preside over the opening of the conference. The closing ceremony will be led by the President of the Legislative Assembly of the Autonomous Region of the Azores, Luís Garcia, who will be chairing the conference. This event is part of the project to create the Lajes Base Interpretation Centre, which the Vice-Presidency of the Government is developing in collaboration with the Historical Institute of Terceira Island.
