Lives - Hugo Chavez and Venezuela's Cultural Achievements

In addition to being the historic and legendary leader of the Boliviarian Revolution, Hugo Chavez also made important contributions to promoting Venezuelan culture, particularly among the country's workers, campesinos, and youth. Among his most important initiatives were the creation of the National Network of Youth and Children's Orchestras, promoting the growth of the country's film industry, the founding of the Experimental Arts University, and book publishing and reading programs. teleSUR