We, scientific researchers, residents of our country of origin and here in transit attending an initiative of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, to establish the Academy of Sciences of Latin America;

Aware of the current state of scientific and technological research in Latin America and the Caribbean;

After having appreciated the need to strengthen scientific and technological research in the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, as an indispensable means to achieving the contribution of said activity to the autonomous development and well-being of the peoples of our region;

Convinced that through the establishment of academic institutions the links between people, organisations, and institutions dedicated to scientific and technological research in our countries can be promoted and consolidated;

Eager to build with all scientific researchers from Latin America and the Caribbean, without distinction of creed, ideologies, or ethnic origin, a concrete instrument of integration that facilitates the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and experiences at the same time that organically channels initiatives and actions specifically aimed at improving quality and increasing scientific and technological research activities in the countries of our region.

Aware of the opportunity offered by the coming year of 1983, the Bicentennial of the Birth of Simón Bolívar, whom all those born in Latin America and the Caribbean recognise as a decolonising man, of freedom, integration, and understanding, we have decided to establish, in effect, we have established, for the benefit of Science in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Academy of Sciences of Latin America, whose statutes, approved by us, are attached to this charter.

Incorporate new members to the Academy, from various areas of science, especially chemistry, physics, and mathematics (including computer science and informatics) which are the ones with the least number of members. Of course, respecting the required requirements and taking into account gender quotas.

Contribute to the construction of scientific capacities in the Region, consolidating the network of active researchers to share information on possibilities for cooperation, availability of scientific equipment and resources, and natural resources.

Interact with representatives of government science and technology bodies to raise awareness about the importance of science and local scientists for the development of their respective countries.

Establish communication channels with Latin American scientists residing in different countries of the world that facilitate, particularly young researchers, the completion of higher studies, research internships, and collaboration in research projects.

To promote the analysis and critical discussion of national policies for science, technology and innovation, development indicators, and a diagnosis of the state of science in the Region, through documents, ideas, proposals, and recommendations for its development, as well as on priority research topics for our countries.

Strengthen ACAL's relations with the National Academies for the development of specific programs and increase its presence in international organisations ...