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Rio de Janeiro just wrapped up its Expo-Favela Innovation, a groundbreaking event spotlighting creativity and entrepreneurship from Brazil’s favelas. For three days, innovators from these vibrant communities connected with global investors and brands, proving that social impact starts at the grassroots.
This year’s expo embraced the G20 concept, framing favelas as essential players in global development. Think sustainable fashion brands, tech solutions for urban challenges, and grassroots education initiatives—all born from resilience. \"Favelas are not just neighborhoods; they’re engines of innovation,\" says journalist Lucrecia Franco, who covered the event.
From eco-friendly startups to AI-driven community projects, the expo highlighted how marginalized areas are rewriting narratives. One standout? A favela-born app reducing food waste by connecting local vendors with families in need.
With talks on inclusive economies and cross-border collaborations, the event echoed a clear message: the future of social change is collaborative, local, and global.
For three days, innovators from these vibrant communities connected with global investors and brands, proving that social impact starts at the grassroots.
\"Favelas are not just neighborhoods; they’re engines of innovation,\" says journalist Lucrecia Franco, who covered the event.
