Mission and Objectives

Mission Statement

To foster a balanced and harmonious Mauritian Society through consolidation of existing pluralism, promotion of creativity and the celebration of cultural values

Objectives of the Ministry

To preserve and foster cultural values both at individual and collective levels;
To promote cultural interaction among different cultural components within the country and abroad for mutual understanding and enrichment;
To upgrade, strengthen and extend the existing cultural infrastructure and to construct new structures;
To provide support to associations of artists and to individuals involved in artistic and cultural heritage activities;
To organise cultural activities for the public at large;
To encourage the development of a dynamic arts, culture and heritage sector;
and consolidate National Unity