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Secretaria Regional da Educação, Cultura e Desporto
€1.5 million in funding allocated to cultural projects
€1.5 million in funding allocated to cultural projects
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
Presidência do Governo Regional
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
May 29, 2026
€1.5 million in funding allocated to cultural projects
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
April 21, 2026
José Manuel Bolieiro challenges children to “be friends with the sea” at book presentation on oceans
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Nota de Imprensa
May 29, 2026
€1.5 million in funding allocated to cultural projects
The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, has announced the allocation of approximately €1.5 million in funding under the Legal Support Scheme for Cultural Activities (RJAAC) for annual and biennial projects. The announcement follows the publication of the decisions regarding cultural projects submitted as part of the applications to the RJAAC 2026 in the following areas: audiovisual and multimedia, performing arts, visual arts, cultural heritage, other events, interdisciplinary programmes, the publication of cultural works, the acquisition and repair of musical instruments, uniforms and costumes, as well as support for infrastructure intended for cultural activities. According to the government official responsible for cultural affairs, there are applications which, "due to being part of ongoing projects, already have a degree of certainty regarding the amount of funding to be allocated next year." "This is a new provision, introduced in the latest revision of the cultural funding regulations, which ensures greater predictability for the development of projects for the following year," she noted. The government official explained that the allocated amount covers only projects submitted during the first application phase. “Our legislative amendment created a second phase to support specific projects that could not have been foreseen at the time of the first application phase,” she explained. Sofia Ribeiro added that a new allocation of funding will be carried out, “combining all applications into a single list sorted by artistic field” and in such a way as to “use up the budget allocation” set aside for RJAAC. “This phased allocation allows us to maximise the funding to be granted, as it keeps pace with budget implementation,” she said. Applications for the second phase have already been analysed. The respective results have been notified to cultural organisations and are currently undergoing administrative processing, in accordance with the law.
May 29, 2026
€1.5 million in funding allocated to cultural projects
The Regional Secretary for Education, Culture and Sport, Sofia Ribeiro, has announced the allocation of approximately €1.5 million in funding under the Legal Support Scheme for Cultural Activities (RJAAC) for annual and biennial projects. The announcement follows the publication of the decisions regarding cultural projects submitted as part of the applications to the RJAAC 2026 in the following areas: audiovisual and multimedia, performing arts, visual arts, cultural heritage, other events, interdisciplinary programmes, the publication of cultural works, the acquisition and repair of musical instruments, uniforms and costumes, as well as support for infrastructure intended for cultural activities. According to the government official responsible for cultural affairs, there are applications which, "due to being part of ongoing projects, already have a degree of certainty regarding the amount of funding to be allocated next year." "This is a new provision, introduced in the latest revision of the cultural funding regulations, which ensures greater predictability for the development of projects for the following year," she noted. The government official explained that the allocated amount covers only projects submitted during the first application phase. “Our legislative amendment created a second phase to support specific projects that could not have been foreseen at the time of the first application phase,” she explained. Sofia Ribeiro added that a new allocation of funding will be carried out, “combining all applications into a single list sorted by artistic field” and in such a way as to “use up the budget allocation” set aside for RJAAC. “This phased allocation allows us to maximise the funding to be granted, as it keeps pace with budget implementation,” she said. Applications for the second phase have already been analysed. The respective results have been notified to cultural organisations and are currently undergoing administrative processing, in accordance with the law.
Nota de Imprensa
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
As part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, included in the Regional Health Plan 2030, the first webinar in a series dedicated to promoting healthy longevity will take place on May 21 between 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. It will focus on the theme “Active Longevity: Physical exercise transforms ageing.” This free online initiative, which requires registration, aims to raise awareness of the importance of regular physical activity as a key factor in active and healthy ageing with a better quality of life. Aimed at healthcare professionals, professionals in the social sector and the general public, this first webinar will bring together experts and leading national and regional organisations, providing a space for reflection, knowledge-sharing and practical insights into the role of physical exercise in promoting lifelong health. The programme features presentations by Pedro Morouço, Director of the National Programme for the Promotion of Physical Activity at the Directorate-General for Health, on the role of physical activity in active ageing; Isabel Mendes, from the Regional Directorate for Sport, on physical exercise programmes and island-specific initiatives; André Fernandes, from Portugal Activo – Association of Fitness and Health Clubs, on the promotion of physical activity in a community context; and Luciana Silva, from the Azores Regional Section of the Physiotherapists' Association, who will lead a practical physical exercise session. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, the session will include opportunities for sharing, interaction with participants and a practical component, emphasising the importance of active lifestyles as a means of prevention, maintaining independence and promoting well-being throughout the ageing process. This event marks the beginning of a series of webinars on healthy ageing to be held throughout 2026, as part of the Regional Health Plan 2030. They will address various crucial aspects of ageing, including the prevention of dependencies and the impact of loneliness on physical, mental and social health. Participation is free of charge, subject to mandatory registration via the form available at https://forms.office.com/e/auLKtiN4fi. For further information, those who are interested may contact the event organisation via email at [email protected].
May 13, 2026
Regional Government promotes webinars dedicated to promoting healthy longevity
As part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, included in the Regional Health Plan 2030, the first webinar in a series dedicated to promoting healthy longevity will take place on May 21 between 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. It will focus on the theme “Active Longevity: Physical exercise transforms ageing.” This free online initiative, which requires registration, aims to raise awareness of the importance of regular physical activity as a key factor in active and healthy ageing with a better quality of life. Aimed at healthcare professionals, professionals in the social sector and the general public, this first webinar will bring together experts and leading national and regional organisations, providing a space for reflection, knowledge-sharing and practical insights into the role of physical exercise in promoting lifelong health. The programme features presentations by Pedro Morouço, Director of the National Programme for the Promotion of Physical Activity at the Directorate-General for Health, on the role of physical activity in active ageing; Isabel Mendes, from the Regional Directorate for Sport, on physical exercise programmes and island-specific initiatives; André Fernandes, from Portugal Activo – Association of Fitness and Health Clubs, on the promotion of physical activity in a community context; and Luciana Silva, from the Azores Regional Section of the Physiotherapists' Association, who will lead a practical physical exercise session. Lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, the session will include opportunities for sharing, interaction with participants and a practical component, emphasising the importance of active lifestyles as a means of prevention, maintaining independence and promoting well-being throughout the ageing process. This event marks the beginning of a series of webinars on healthy ageing to be held throughout 2026, as part of the Regional Health Plan 2030. They will address various crucial aspects of ageing, including the prevention of dependencies and the impact of loneliness on physical, mental and social health. Participation is free of charge, subject to mandatory registration via the form available at https://forms.office.com/e/auLKtiN4fi. For further information, those who are interested may contact the event organisation via email at [email protected].
