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Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation
Empower Rio's Slums: Hub for Social Innovation

Project Report | Mar 24, 2025
Empowering Vidigal: Skills, Art, and Opportunity

By Samuel S. Shain | Global Partnerships and Brand Development Director

Over the past months, Favela Inc has been proud to host a series of impactful events and initiatives in partnership with Brota Vidigal, fostering skills development, artistic expression, and economic empowerment.

Key Highlights:

1. Crochet Classes for Economic Empowerment
Weekly crochet workshops, led by local artisan @atendadacris, have been equipping participants with skills to create and sell handmade pieces, promoting income generation and financial independence. The classes, held every Tuesday from 6 PM to 7 PM, are free and accessible to the Vidigal community.

2. Cine Prosa – Art and Resistance in Vidigal
On March 27th, Brota Vidigal will host a night of independent cinema, poetry, and open mic performances. With films like Irmãos de Sangue and Jackie Brown, the event will celebrate favela culture, giving local artists a platform to share their voices. The free-entry gathering will bring together residents and creatives, strengthening community bonds through art.

3. Employment Skills Workshop
In partnership with Grupo Trigo, Brota Vidigal offered a free resume-building workshop on March 18th. Participants received guidance on creating attractive CVs, job interview tips, and access to future job evaluations. This initiative provided valuable tools for community members seeking employment opportunities.

4. Brota Vidigal Cuidar – Mental Health & Resilience Training

Every Friday from 6 PM to 8 PM, we host Brota Vidigal Cuidar, a space dedicated to mental health support and resilience training. These sessions provide essential emotional and psychological support for the community, fostering collective well-being and personal growth.

5. Mixtura Cocktail School – New Cohort Starting in April

We are excited to welcome the second group of students for Mixtura, our free three-month cocktail school, starting in early April. This initiative empowers aspiring bartenders with professional skills, increasing their employability in the hospitality industry.

 

Impact
These initiatives highlight our ongoing commitment to fostering economic inclusion and artistic expression in Vidigal. By providing free access to skill-building workshops, employment support, and cultural events, we continue to create pathways for sustainable growth and creative empowerment.

Thank you for your continued support in making these initiatives possible!

All our best, 

Favela Inc

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Nos últimos meses, a Favela Inc tem se orgulhado de sediar uma série de eventos e iniciativas impactantes em parceria com o Brota Vidigal, promovendo desenvolvimento de habilidades, expressão artística e empoderamento econômico.

Destaques:

1. Aulas de Crochê para Empoderamento Econômico

Oficinas semanais de crochê, conduzidas pela artesã local @atendadacris, ensinam participantes a criar e vender peças feitas à mão, incentivando a geração de renda e independência financeira. As aulas acontecem às terças-feiras, das 18h às 19h, e são gratuitas para a comunidade do Vidigal.

2. Cine Prosa – Arte e Resistência no Vidigal

No dia 27 de março, o Brota Vidigal promoverá uma noite de cinema independente, poesia e apresentações de microfone aberto. Com exibições como Irmãos de Sangue e Jackie Brown, o evento celebra a cultura da favela, dando espaço para artistas locais se expressarem. A entrada é gratuita e fortalece os laços comunitários por meio da arte.

3. Oficina de Habilidades para Emprego

Em parceria com o Grupo Trigo, o Brota Vidigal ofereceu uma oficina gratuita de construção de currículos no dia 18 de março. Os participantes receberam orientações sobre como elaborar um CV atrativo, dicas para entrevistas de emprego e acesso a futuras oportunidades.

4. Brota Vidigal Cuidar – Apoio à Saúde Mental e Treinamento de Resiliência

Todas as sextas-feiras, das 18h às 20h, realizamos o Brota Vidigal Cuidar, um espaço dedicado ao suporte emocional e treinamento de resiliência. Essas sessões oferecem apoio essencial à comunidade, promovendo bem-estar coletivo e crescimento pessoal.

5. Escola de Coquetelaria Mixtura – Nova Turma em Abril

Estamos animados para receber a segunda turma da Mixtura, nossa escola de coquetelaria gratuita de três meses, que começa no início de abril. O projeto capacita futuros bartenders, aumentando suas chances de empregabilidade no setor de hospitalidade.

Impacto

Essas iniciativas reforçam nosso compromisso com a inclusão econômica, a expressão artística e o bem-estar no Vidigal. Ao oferecer acesso gratuito a oficinas, suporte ao emprego, eventos culturais e programas de saúde mental, seguimos criando caminhos para o crescimento sustentável e a transformação comunitária.

Obrigado pelo seu apoio contínuo para tornar tudo isso possível!

Com carinho,
Favela Inc

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