MINC Extends Deadline for Nominations to Cultural Merit Order

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The Brazilian Ministry of Culture (MINC) has extended the nomination deadline for the Order of Cultural Merit (OMC) to April 9, 2026. This award, Brazil’s highest public honor in the cultural sector, recognizes significant contributions to the nation’s cultural development. The Order of Cultural Merit celebrates individuals, institutions, groups, and organizations shaping Brazil’s cultural identity and diversity through architecture, audiovisual works, indigenous cultures, digital media, literature, music, performing arts, and other fields. Established by Law No. 8,313 of 1991, it honors both Brazilian and foreign cultural agents. Any citizen can submit nominations via the online form available at [https://forms.gle/GAURR2pdj1BkBxSb9 or https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXRv3EK16QYfE3aBnzfrzqLTS9oONtHGa1elSacO5CmeZsQ/viewform]. A justification of at least 500 characters, highlighting the nominee’s impact, must accompany each submission. The award ceremony resumed in 2025, themed “40 Years of MINC: Democracy and Culture.” Among the 112 individuals and 14 institutions honored were influential figures such as Dona Onete, a musician from the Amazon; Mestre Damasceno, also from Pará; actresses Zeze Motta and Fernanda Torres; samba singers Alcione and Leci Brandao; and writers Conceicao Evaristo and Daniel Munduruku.

Nominate Candidates for 2026 Order of Cultural Merit – Celebrate Culture Builders and a More Inclusive Brazil

“The return of the Order of Cultural Merit is an important milestone, as it values those who build our culture with dedication and talent,” stated Minister of Culture Margareth Menezes. “It is the recognition of culture as the bedrock for democracy and for building a more inclusive and diverse country.” Don’t miss the opportunity to nominate deserving candidates for the 2026 Order of Cultural Merit and help celebrate those enriching Brazil’s cultural landscape.

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