Ministério da Educação

The Ministério da Educação (MEC) is Brazil’s government department responsible for overseeing the country's education system. It develops educational policies, manages federal schools and universities, and ensures access to quality education across all levels, from basic schooling to higher education. The MEC also sets national standards, allocates funding, and evaluates educational institutions to improve learning outcomes. Its goal is to promote equitable, inclusive, and high-quality education to support individual development and national progress.