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CUFA USA Participates in Y20 Event at Brazilian Consulate in the United States

2024-04-18by

CUFA USA had the honor of participating in the Y20 event held at the Brazilian Consulate in the United States. The event, which was...

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CUFA Angola Coordinator, Denise Meireles, Conducts Productive Visit to Brazil

2024-04-17by

Denise Meireles, renowned coordinator of CUFA Angola, recently touched down in Brazil for a strategic and enriching visit. During her stay, Meireles had the...

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Cameroonian Ambassador to Brazil praises partnership with CUFA in Brasília meeting

2024-04-17by

In the latest meeting between representatives of CUFA Cameroon and the Cameroonian Ambassador to Brazil, His Excellency MBENG, held in Brasília, the focus of...

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CUFA Angola Launches Humanitarian Aid and Sustainable Development Project in Uige Province

2024-04-13by

CUFA Angola is making a difference in Uige Province with its latest community-focused initiative. In an act of solidarity, the organization distributed food items...

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CUFA Rio Grande do Sul Makes its Mark at Emicida’s Spectacular Show, “Amarelo a Gira Final,” at Pepsi on Stage

2024-04-08by

On April 6, 2024, the Central Única das Favelas (CUFA) made a significant presence at the grand musical event “Amarelo a Gira Final,” held...

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Oruam, Brazilian Favela Artist, Strengthens Partnership with CUFA Angola During Visit to the Country

2024-04-07by

Today, April 6, 2024, Oruam, a renowned artist from the Brazilian favelas, extended his collaboration with CUFA Angola during his stay in the country...

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CUFA around the world

With a strong and expanding presence, CUFA’s initiatives reach over 35 countries around the globe, impacting communities and fostering positive changes in diverse cultural and social contexts. Our global network reflects an unwavering commitment to providing opportunities and support where they are most needed.
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The Sustainable Development

The sustainable development goals are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the environment and climate, and ensure that people everywhere can enjoy peace and prosperity.

Discover the Pillars of CUFA

Humanitarian Action

CUFA has always been guided by and recognized for the humanitarian actions it developed. During the pandemic period, this characteristic of the institution gained even more strength. In this space, you can see the actions that CUFA implements to help favela residents alleviate the difficulties of social isolation.

Art and culture

The favela is characterized as a great power of art and culture. CUFA, aware of this, has always strengthened, developed and encouraged projects, events and artistic-cultural activities, providing opportunities for favela residents to develop their talents and gifts.

Community and Security

CUFA is always attentive to the well-being and security policies of favelas. Here you can check out the partnerships and projects that the institution develops, dialoguing with the most diverse sectors of society, thinking about the well-being of the entire community.

Human rights

All of CUFA’s actions, in the most diverse areas, focus on Human Rights, as a recognized institution and holder of three seats at the United Nations (Housing, Youth and African Descent).

Economy

In this session, you can see how CUFA’s actions are contributing to the economic development.

Entrepreneurship

The favela resident is a born entrepreneur. Because of this premise, CUFA has always encouraged and encourages entrepreneurship in favelas around the world, through projects and partnerships, with the most diverse sectors of society.

Sports

CUFA has always seen sport as a great tool for social inclusion. The institution is a reference in the creation and idealization of sporting activities aimed at favela residents, being at the forefront of some of these actions. Among the major events developed by CUFA, the Favelas Cup, the CUFA Fight Festival (FLC) and LIBBRA (Brazilian Street Basketball League) stand out.

Family and Health

Humanity is going through one of the worst health crises in its history. CUFA is attentive and concerned about the health of the favela population. Here you can follow the actions that the institution develops for the health of residents of these territories.