La Directora del Instituto Zacatecano de Cultura (IZC), María de Jesús Muñoz Reyes, participó en la Reunión Nacional de Cultura 2025 en Chetumal, donde refrendó el compromiso del Gobernador David Monreal de impulsar políticas culturales que fortalezcan la presencia artística en el estado.
Gestión de recursos y festivales
Muñoz Reyes destacó que Zacatecas ha accedido por tercera ocasión al programa de Apoyo a las Ciudades Mexicanas Patrimonio Mundial (ACMPM) para la conservación del patrimonio y anunció la continuidad en la participación de programas como PROFEST para fortalecer los festivales culturales.
La titular del IZC enfatizó que el estado acude con la convicción de que la cultura, a través de la música, danza y teatro, es un componente esencial para el fortalecimiento de la paz y la cohesión social, al ofrecer alternativas formativas que contribuyen a la estabilidad comunitaria.
🎨 Zacatecas Reaffirms Commitment to Culture as an Essential Component for Peace
Chetumal, Quintana Roo, December 8, 2025. Zacatecas reaffirmed its commitment to promoting art and culture as a core strategy for social development during the National Culture Meeting 2025, held in Chetumal. María de Jesús Muñoz Reyes, Director General of the Zacatecas Institute of Culture (IZC), represented the state administration at the national gathering.
On behalf of Governor David Monreal Ávila, Muñoz Reyes pledged to continue advancing cultural policies that strengthen the artistic presence throughout the territory, fostering collaboration between institutions, communities, and creators.
Positive Impact on Social Cohesion
Muñoz Reyes stressed Zacatecas’ belief that culture is an essential component for strengthening peace, security, and social well-being. She noted that artistic activities—including music, dance, theater, and community projects—have demonstrated a positive impact on harmonious coexistence and the creation of safe environments by allowing the cultural appropriation of public spaces.
The IZC Director also highlighted the state’s success in securing federal resources through programs like the Support for Mexican World Heritage Cities (ACMPM), which Zacatecas has accessed for the third time in 2025, planning to continue this effort in 2026 to ensure heritage conservation.
