Ciclo de Saberes accepts federal university proposals until November 8
Prepared with AI assistance; sources and original commentary are identified.
Brazil's MinC/MEC call 13/2026 invites federal higher-education institutions to submit projects until November 8, 2026. It is an institutional call, not an open individual application for every cultural master. [1]
Who proposes and participates
Each federal higher-education institution may submit one proposal. Partnerships with traditional or popular culture masters and with public schools or education departments are required. Institutions, partners and audiences have distinct roles; the call does not establish that any particular community has been selected. [1]
Funding and activities
The Culture Ministry announces R$ 5 million for selected projects. Up to seven expanded-scale projects have a ceiling of R$ 500,000 each; up to six focused projects have a ceiling of R$ 250,000 each. These are limits, not confirmed awards. Activities are planned at higher-education institutions, masters' spaces and public schools; category-specific requirements apply. [1]
Following the call
Applications are submitted via Mapa da Cultura from October 19 to November 8, 2026, Brasília time. The agency describes eligibility screening, technical evaluation, appeals and final approval. Consult the call and annexes, check updates and retain the receipt. This article does not confirm eligibility or name beneficiaries. [1]
Sources and references
Ministério da Cultura — Programa Ciclo de Saberes com Mestras e Mestres das Culturas Tradicionais e Populares e das Artes
Claims supported:
- Brazil's MinC/MEC call 13/2026 invites federal higher-education institutions to submit projects until November 8, 2026. It is an institutional call, not an open individual application for every cultural master.
Editorial commentary
Our editorial view is that clear explanations of each partner's role can prevent confusion about individual registration or immediate hiring. This is a communication recommendation, not an additional official requirement. [1]
A proposal and its execution are distinct stages. The intention to value cultural knowledge does not establish how many activities will occur or their impact. We did not interview communities or assess projects; published results and accessible records will be needed for later evaluation. [1]