Programme proposes solutions for education
The Call for GWGAB is a project of the UK-Brazil Skills for Prosperity Programme, an initiative of the British government and implemented in Brazil by a joint-venture of organisations with recognised experience in the areas of education and English: Fundação Lemann, Nova Escola, Instituto Reúna and the British Council. GWGAB is a project part of the gender and social inclusion strategy and is coordinated by the British Council Brazil.
Six episodes made to inspire black girls and women
Presented by Amanda Costa, the GWGAB podcast brings stories of black women who work in different areas and inspire other girls and women. In a relaxed chat, the activist addresses topics such as career, prejudice, among other subjects about the daily lives of those who experience the challenges of being a girl and black in Brazil. Listen and share the tips with those who want to go beyond!
Episode 1 with Glaucia Morais
#education #favela #english
Episode 2 with Merllin de Souza
#science #carreer #physiotherapy
Episode 3 with Livia Lima
#communication #journalism #poorcommunities
Episode 4 with Givânia Silva
#quilombola #pedagogy #research
Episode 5 with Bárbara Paes
#technology #work #market
Episode 6 with Jucizar
#mentalhealth #selfesteem #balance
Implementor NGOs
Event
Event unites organisations and initiatives of the Call for Girls Who Go Above and Beyond to present learnings from the programme
Project supported by the British Council turns one year old, and black leaders were able to share experiences at a meeting held in São Paulo
Reflections based on practices against racism and sexism
The trajectory of the projects led by the organisations resulted in practical learning experienced in the classroom on a daily basis. The fight against the structures of racism and prejudice took place within the school itself and the reflections on this path are told in stories that make black girls think and act from their very own perspectives.
A network of us
Network is a word that can say many things. For a moment, we can think of a hammock, a fishing net or even an internet connection. All of this is networking, and it has a reason for existing.
Education as a dream and freedom
The title of this text is a tribute to Aparecida Mendes, a quilombola from Conceição das Crioulas, who has a Master’s degree in Sustainability with Traditional Peoples and Territories from the University of Brasília (UNB)