By Anny Moreira | Director of Global Partnerships
Hello Friends,
Thank you for continuing this journey with us. Creating lasting change takes time, and your generosity and encouragement make our work possible. Whether you support us through donations, partnerships, or by sharing our mission with others, you are helping create new opportunities in Vidigal.
Here's a snapshot of what we've accomplished together so far this year.
Our Main Highlights
Cultural Expression & Community Outreach
The Estúdio Brota Podcast continues to thrive. We've now produced 32 episodes featuring conversations about culture, artistic expression, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the favela.
We also organized 15 community events, creating spaces for learning, collaboration, and stronger neighborhood connections.
Boosting the Local Economy
Our collaborative store continues to grow and now showcases products from 35 talented entrepreneurs from Vidigal. Handmade crafts remain our most popular items, helping local artisans reach new customers while generating sustainable income.
Impact-Focused Tourism
Over the past six months, we've welcomed 800+ conscious travelers seeking meaningful cultural experiences. Visitors continue to enjoy authentic activities including passinho dance classes, capoeira sessions, percussion workshops, and guided community experiences.
We're grateful to continue working alongside valued partners such as G Adventures and A&K Travel, whose collaboration helps bring responsible tourism to our community.
Every number in this report represents something much bigger: a new opportunity for an entrepreneur, a meaningful cultural exchange, a stronger local business, or a young person discovering new possibilities. Together, we're building a future where creativity, collaboration, and community leadership drive lasting social impact.
None of this would be possible without supporters like you. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the people of Vidigal. Your partnership continues to transform ideas into opportunities and opportunities into lasting change.
We look forward to sharing more updates with you soon. Thank you for being part of our journey!
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