Bethlem Scandal Continues and May Affect Elections
With the 2014 Brazilian elections fast approaching, fallout from corruption allegations will not help the PMDB party's chances in Rio...
August 5, 2014Topic
NGO
Casa Geração: Fashion School in Vidigal
Casa Geração is a fashion school in the favela community of Vidigal, providing free classes to local residents.
April 22, 2014
The AfroReggae NGO Under Fire in Rio
AfroReggae has been the target of violent attacks recently, allegedly from drug trafficking gangs, prompting an outcry of public support.
August 27, 2013
Rio Street Child World Cup Launch: Daily
Street Child World Cup (SCWC) is set to officially launch in Rio de Janeiro tonight at an event in Humaitá.
August 6, 2013
More Computers for Complexo do Alemão
A new computer course in Complexo do Alemão aims to increase computer literacy among children living in the area, boosting...
September 4, 2012
DJ Lessons and Volunteering in Rocinha
Many visitors to the Cidade Maravilhosa are starting to find ways to give back, and a creative NGO is putting...
June 5, 2012
NGO Focus: Street Child World Cup
The NGO (non-profit) Street Child World Cup (SCWC) comes to Brazil after the success of the initial effort in South...
April 24, 2012
Minister of Labor Reacts to Allegations: Daily
Brazil’s Minister of Labor Carlos Lupi asked for an investigation of a top adviser on corruption charges regarding payoffs from...
November 7, 2011
Brazil Halts NGO Payments for 30 Days: Daily
Rousseff ordered a thirty-day inquiry into all contracts signed by Brazilian federal government agencies with NGOs, suspending all transactions.
November 1, 2011