Resolución N° 534

Study Notes

Approves Version 1 of the Communication Policy and Strategic Communication Manual for the Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC).
Issued on August 18, 2021, in Asunción, Paraguay.
Related to Memorandum DGG N° 1211 and DDO N° 150.

Ley 1264/1998 (General Education Law): Article 18 outlines the state's role in education, and Article 108 details the Ministry's structure and functions. Article 111 mentions the regulation of related institutions.
Ley N° 5749/2017 (Organic Charter of the Ministry of Education and Sciences): Defines the MEC's object, scope, and functions (including national education policy).
Other decrees mentioned: Details on regulation and implementation within the framework of the Organic Charter (e.g., Decree N° 8817, 2018) and the "Manual of Accountability to the Citizen" (Decree N° 2991, 2019) are relevant.

Aims to connect all stakeholders in the educational system (internally and externally).
Promotes inclusivity, strengthens identity and sense of belonging, prioritizes transparency and accountability.
The policy outlines the MEC's communication strategy, covering internal and external communication, citizen engagement, and media relations. The content and purpose of the policy are detailed in different sections.

The strategic communication in the MEC aims to execute its stated responsibilities, while maintaining efficiency, transparency, and integrity in resource management.
This extends to establishing mechanisms for internal and external communication.
Creating policies and guidelines that involve various stakeholders (e.g., different educational actors, citizens).

The resolution details the approval of specific communication policies, a manual, and the delegation of tasks for implementation.
It mandates periodic reviews (every 5 years) of the policy itself.
It addresses communication with a variety of stakeholders (students, teachers, parents, and the community) ensuring a clear and understandable policy.