The Executive Board of the Regional Alliance of the International Council of Museums for Latin America and the Caribbean (ICOM LAC), with the aim of strengthening and consolidating its working processes, is launching this call for applications addressed to museum professionals and museology practitioners interested in joining the Alliance’s various Working Groups, organised into Tables and Committees.

This call seeks to broaden regional participation across the different areas of action of ICOM LAC, promoting diverse and balanced representation that reflects the cultural, social and linguistic plurality of our region.

To learn more about our roadmap, we invite you to consult the publication Re-connections

This call aims to integrate these working spaces for a two-year period, inviting individuals from across the region to contribute their experience and expertise within the following Working Groups:

Governance Table

In response to the environmental, social and economic challenges facing Latin America and the Caribbean, this table proposes to address sustainability from a holistic perspective encompassing social (equity, social justice, inclusion), economic (sustainable economy and responsible consumption) and environmental (biodiversity protection) dimensions.

The group will work on identifying and promoting actions that foster spaces for reflection and critical thinking within museums, as well as local and regional awareness-raising spaces regarding the environmental crisis and the preservation actions that concern society as a whole.

It will also promote the development of resources and collaborative networks—such as the compilation of regulatory frameworks, mapping of key stakeholders, and dialogue on health and traditional knowledge—that contribute to consolidating sustainable practices rooted in local contexts.

Sustainability Table

Frente a los desafíos ambientales, sociales y económicos que atraviesan América Latina y el Caribe, esta mesa propone abordar la sostenibilidad desde un punto de vista holístico que abarca los aspectos sociales (equidad, justicia social, integración), económicos (economía sostenible y consumo responsable) y ambientales (protección de la biodiversidad).

El grupo trabajará en la identificación y promoción de acciones que propicien espacios de reflexión y pensamiento crítico en los museos, espacios de concientización locales y regionales sobre la crisis ambiental y las acciones de preservación que compete a la sociedad en general.

Asimismo, se impulsará la generación de insumos y redes de colaboración —como la recopilación de marcos normativos, el mapeo de actores clave y el diálogo en torno a salud y saberes tradicionales— que contribuyan a consolidar prácticas sostenibles situadas en los territorios.

 

Regional Integration Table

Recognising the diversity and complexity of Latin America and the Caribbean, this table builds on the learnings of the Re-connections process to deepen regional integration as a strategic priority: rebuilding what connects us.

Rebuilding, because we believe that new conversations and agreements are needed to guide us towards what defines and connects the LAC museum region in the 21st century. We understand that each territory has its own particularities; it is a diverse, complex and constantly evolving region.

Through museum professionals, museological development and museum practice, we will explore what unites us and enables us, through multivocality, to make our voices visible.

 

Community Participation Table

Building on the Re-connections process and within the framework of SAREC 2026–2027, this table aims to strengthen regional exchange and the visibility of practices related to community museums.

Spaces for exchange will be promoted to share experiences rooted in local territories, recognising the value of participatory methodologies and local knowledge in museum-making. A series of webinars focused on best practices presented by their practitioners is proposed.

Its lines of action include the development of both virtual and in-person exchange spaces, as well as the production of materials that gather lessons learned, methodologies and experiences, in order to strengthen collaborative and context-based processes in the region.

Museological Training with an Ethical Approach Table

In response to the need to strengthen capacities in the sector, this table focuses on the development, implementation and evaluation of a continuous training programme for museum professionals in Latin America and the Caribbean.

The approach will be based on identifying real regional needs, incorporating ethical principles and aligning with contemporary museological trends.

The aim is to promote accessible, relevant and sustained learning spaces that contribute to strengthening professional practice and the commitment of museums to their social and cultural contexts.

Institutional Affairs Committee

This committee aims to strengthen coordination between ICOM LAC and the various bodies within ICOM, as well as to support National Committees in their processes and challenges.

It seeks to channel enquiries, identify regional priorities and contribute to the development of recommendations and resolutions that reflect the needs of the Latin American and Caribbean context.

It also aims to promote greater strategic participation, the development of leadership tools and the consolidation of strong institutional management representative of the region.

Timeline

Deadline for submission of applications: 20 April 2026 (23:59, Mexico/Central America time)
Application review period: 14–26 April 2026
Announcement of selected candidates: 29 April 2026

 

Conditions for Application

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

1. Be an active ICOM member from Latin America and the Caribbean, regardless of current place of residence
2. Select up to a maximum of three Working Groups of interest
3. Accept that selected candidates will be appointed for a two-year period and must sign a commitment letter
4. Acknowledge the voluntary nature of participation, understanding that joining a Working Group does not entail remuneration
5. Submit a brief statement (maximum one page) outlining professional background and interest in the selected Table(s) or Committee(s)
6. Submit an updated abbreviated curriculum vitae (maximum two pages)
7. Have availability to actively participate in meetings and activities, including regular virtual meetings and collaboration on specific initiatives or projects

 

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Selection Criteria

The following aspects will be considered:

1. Regional and linguistic diversity, ensuring representation of different subregions and languages of Latin America and the Caribbean
2. Demonstrable professional experience related to projects, research or initiatives in museums, museology and heritage
3. Relevance of the stated interest, considering alignment between the applicant’s experience and the selected Working Group
4. Balance of profiles, integrating both established trajectories and emerging perspectives within the museum field

 

In a spirit of regional collaboration, we encourage participation in this call and invite you to be part of a process aimed at strengthening the collective work of ICOM LAC, promoting a committed, diverse museological practice in dialogue with the contexts of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Commitment and Value of Participation

Participation in ICOM LAC Working Groups implies an active commitment to the Alliance’s collective processes. Selected individuals will join a collaborative working space, taking part in regular meetings and contributing to the development of each Table or Committee’s lines of action, within a framework of respect and regional dialogue.

At the same time, this experience offers the opportunity to be part of a network of professionals from Latin America and the Caribbean, fostering knowledge exchange, mutual learning and the possibility of contributing to reflections and actions that impact the museological field in the region.