Projects in
Brazil

Many young people in Brazil see no prospects in the countrysiden and move to the bigsscitieswhere violenceespecially against black youths, is very widespread. Together with our local partner organizations, we train young small farmers*young smallholders in agroecological methods and strengthen their identity and their voice in order to actively campaign against violence.

Young people in the countryside focus on organic farming

In Brazil, young people from small farming families are increasingly losing hope of a future in the countryside and migrating to the cities. to the cities off. Meanwhile, politicians are promoting the Agrobusinesswhich has serious ecological and social consequences. With ourr partnerorganization ASPTA train young people in agroecological methods, strengthen their identity and encourage them to help shape policy as active players.

Photo: Tulio Martins

Black youth and political participation

Im Northeast Brazil, young people are strong exposed to violence. The following are particularly frequently affected Afro-Brazilian youths. sThey have a much higher risk of being murdered than white. Therefore offer we with our partner organization CIPÒ Afro-Brazilian young peoplen provide further training in communication and encourage them to stand up for their rights. They pass on their knowledge as multipliers.

Photo: Rafael Martins

Information on Brazil

Brazil has an extremely unequal Wealth distribution. Young people of Afro-Brazilian origin in particular are strong by povertydiscrimination and violence. This has a negative impact on their educational opportunities and prospects.

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Program coordination

Fabiana Kuriki

Program coordination Brazil and Colombia, monitoring & evaluation

061 338 91 39 fabiana.kuriki@terredeshommes.ch

Making a difference with your help.

Your support gives young people in Brazil the chance of a better future. Your donation will strengthen them in the long term and bring about real change – your donation makes a difference. Thank you!