Garífuna Collectives Meet with VP Karin Herrera
The Vice President of the Republic of Guatemala, Karin Herrera, held a meeting with representatives from various Garífunas collectives, groups, and associations, where the importance of collaborating with all sectors to advance towards a united and prosperous Guatemala was recognized.
Herrera emphasized the importance of firsthand knowledge of the proposals from different groups in the country, aiming to promote better living conditions for the population, reports the Government of Guatemala.
She underscored her administration’s commitment to opening spaces for dialogue and participation for all citizens in the policies of the new government.
Representatives from the Comprehensive Garifuna Childhood Collective, Guatemalan Black Organization, New Millennium Women’s Organization, Genesis Spiritual Group, Garifuna Association, as well as private secretaries of the vice presidency, the Minister of Culture and Sports, the Minister of Development, and the director of the Guatemalan Tourism Institute participated in the meeting.
The government’s commitment to inclusive dialogue and collaboration with diverse sectors of society to promote the country’s cultural, social, and economic development was highlighted.
Vice President Herrera reiterated her willingness to work together with Garífunas collectives and all representative groups to build a prosperous and equitable future for Guatemala.
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