The Green Communities project, a partnership between the State Secretariat for the Environment and ISER, was born from the belief that it is possible to reconcile environmental awareness with local development in Rio's communities. The strategic foundations that guide the initiative are education for sustainability, the green and solidarity economy and the learning network.
Through the installation of green centers and the training of residents in four communities (Batán, Complexo do Alemão (Fazendinha), Fogueteiro and Formiga) in cultivation and landscape planning activities, the initiative aims to contribute to including and improving the quality life of favela residents in Rio de Janeiro. The so-called community gardeners therefore become the main maintainers and multipliers of its fruits.
Among the main activities carried out during 2012, the mobilization of participating communities through local community leaders, the selection of participating residents and the beginning of the training process stand out.
Therefore, the Green Communities Project aims to tackle inequalities through different strategies, focusing on promoting sustainable development and creating positive networks and synergies.
Responsible
Isadora Sento-Sé
Supporters
State Secretariat for the Environment (SEA)