Last Wednesday, during the last day of sessions of the first legislature of the Assembly, bill 112 was approved. This project was welcomed with great excitement by the Guna Congress, as it establishes that the official name of their territory will be "Gunayala", thereby strengthening their identity.
According to a teacher consulted on the matter, this law that changes the name of the comarca has a deep meaning for the Guna community. Reinforcing their identity through their geographical designation is a significant step in the recognition and respect of their culture and traditions.
The fact that the Guna Congress received the news of the approval in the third debate with enthusiasm demonstrates the importance this name change holds for them. For the community, this measure represents a step forward in the visibility of their identity and in the protection of their rights as an indigenous people.
The approval of this bill is a milestone in the process of recognition and appreciation of Guna culture in Panama. The designation of "Gunayala" as the official name of the territory not only has symbolic implications but also constitutes an act of justice towards a community that seeks to preserve and promote its ancient cultural heritage.
