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Project Seeks a New Generation of Politicians from Rio’s Favelas

By Lígia Mesquita • Translation by Júlia Hara Medeiros • February 5, 2018

Clique aqui para Português For the original article in Portuguese by Lígia Mesquita published by BBC Brasil click here.  In 20 years, do you see yourself being mayor of Rio de Janeiro? High school senior […]

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‘For some, they’ve had enough. It’s time to go,’ Says Rocinha Resident

By Edu Carvalho • Translation by Wendy Turner • February 2, 2018

Clique aqui para Português For the original article in Portuguese by Edu Carvalho published by O Globo click here.  RioOnWatch Editor’s note: In an article analyzing the “indifference” and “silence” of Brazilian authorities and institutions […]

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Broken Connection Part 2: Polygons of Disconnection

By data_labe, Escola de Jornalismo Énois • Translation by Cheyne Bull, Desirée Poets • February 1, 2018

Clique aqui para Português This is the second article in a four-part series on Internet access access in favelas and urban peripheries in Brazil. Don’t miss part one here. For the entire original article in Portuguese […]

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Live-Streaming for Human Rights: Witness Holds Training for Favela Community Activists

By Edmund Ruge • January 31, 2018

Clique aqui para Português On Friday, January 26, representatives from the human rights organization Witness came together with Rio community activists to hold a live-stream training for favela residents and community journalists. Led by Witness’ Rio […]

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How Many and Which Favelas Will Receive Promised Social Projects in Rio?

By Michel Silva • Translation by Jiselle Steele • January 29, 2018

Clique aqui para Português For the original article in Portuguese by Michel Silva published by Favela em Pauta click here.  Brazil’s Defence Minister, Raul Jungmann, announced in July 2017 that favelas in Rio de Janeiro would […]

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