The implementation of government policies for the dissemination of intangible heritage: A case study in Latin America

Abstract

Legends are part of the intangible cultural heritage of Latin America, their importance lies in their role in the formation of identity and how it is perceived by the world. In this aspect, many Latin American governments have approved public policies that help the dissemination, protection and transmission of this knowledge through their laws and regulations, but many times these policies are not enough and remain on paper without deeply benefiting the oral intangible heritage of each country. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to review the actions taken by five Latin American governments in the preservation of their myths and legends and whether these activities or actions have been properly disseminated and have succeeded in instilling the interest of citizens in the subject.