Paraguayan public institutions, private sector entities, and community organisations presented the Pact For Chacarita in the area of Punta Karapã, part of the Dr. Ricardo Brugada neighbourhood of Asunción. This initiative aims to strengthen the cultural and community development of the neighbourhood.
The Pact For Chacarita establishes a cooperation agreement to protect the neighbourhood’s heritage, and strengthen its identity. Furthermore, the agreement aims to boost the creative economy and develop cultural and educational activities. All, done with the participation of its residents.
Highlight the legacy of the Guarania
The launch took place within the framework of the first UNESCO Guarania Tour, a route that expands the “Chacatours Guarania – José Asunción Flores and his neighbourhood” project. The initiative connects memory, music, and territory, and has attracted a growing number of participants. The aim is helping to highlight the legacy of the Guarania musical genre as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity and its deep roots in Chacarita.
The project has the participation of the UNESCO, the organisation behind the “Pact For Culture 2030.” This UN structure is a framework for cultural cooperation adopted in Latin American countries to promote sustainable development, social cohesion. Additionally, to strengthen identity through culture. In Paraguay, the National Secretariat of Culture (SNC), the Municipality of Asunción and the Itaú Foundation are participating.
Furthermore, the Arturo Pereira Foundation, and the Neighborhood Commissions and Institutions of Chacarita (COSIC) in the Brugada neighbourhood are participating.
Key areas of the Pact For Chacarita agreement
The actions of the Pact For Chacarita agreement are aimed at strengthening community processes. The actions will have an emphasis on youth and entrepreneurs. The goal is to promote new cultural and tourism products, such as the UNESCO Guarania Tour and Chacatours. Additionally, to build and positioning the Chacarita Brand while supporting the formalisation of cultural and creative MSMEs. Lastly, it aims to promote narratives that strengthen community life and the cultural identity of the neighbourhood.
The agreement is organised around six strategic areas such as identity and heritage, which includes the revaluation of the legacy of José Asunción Flores. Additionally, youth and social cohesion; creative economy and entrepreneurship; and community tourism. Lastly, communication and positive narratives; and urban inclusion and sustainability.
