Brazil - Favela Renovation in Rio de Janeiro
As seen on TV's Channel 9 'Getaway'
Want to help paint a town red?
Competing against forest-clad mountains to the right and the cool Pacific Ocean to the left, Rio's enthusiastic residents have somehow managed to create a city beautiful enough not to let down the neighbourhood! Why not pay them a visit and help some of the poorest favellas become as bright as the rest of the city? This project mixes hands-on work renovating local buildings with attempts to educate youngsters about sexual health and the dangers of drugs. Rest assured your day will be varied, from painting, cleaning, and gardening to developing community events within the renovated public spaces. What's more, when you finish admiring your handy work you're free to explore the most exciting city on the planet.
Trip Highlights:
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Working to make an immediate difference to the 'favela'
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Getting to meet as many Brazilian's as possible - it will change your whole outlook on life
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Taking in a soccer match at the Maracana - a must even for non-sports fans
- Why the project needs volunteers:
The need for volunteers, especially foreign volunteers, is far more than suggested by the day to day activities - the benefit of which is clear. A key theme that has been stressed is the exchange of ideas, such as: renovation and construction techniques; educational techniques regarding awareness necessity to maintain these public spaces clean and welcoming; new techniques regarding art, graffiti, landscaping and recycling; and recreational activity ideas with the objective of improving children's self-esteem. It is hoped that volunteers and local project workers will both be able to learn new ways of thinking, and of course the ultimate aim is to improve the quality of life of the citizens of the community.
- What kind of skills you need to go on this type of project:
- Your role as a volunteer:
Operated by i-to-i
Departures: All Year
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