By Johanna Barba | Julio Otoni Community Center Team
We are just coming into summer!
This means it's finally getting warmer, and the children are excited for summer vacation. This month we are featuring images from our capoeira classes - it is one of our favorites because it is not only a Brazilian tradition, it also combines excercise with team building and learning to play music. Capoeira is a martial art that was initially developed in the Quilombos - self-freed slaves' neighborhoods in the countryside. It is a symbol of resistance and pride to Brazilians, and boys and girls practice it alike.
In addition, tomorrow we are hosting a special event, as it is children's day in Brazil! we are having a little celebration with music, snacks, games and painting for the families of Julio Otoni. We will post photos soon!
Here are some images from our classes - a very big thank you to our donors that help us create a space for fun, learning and safety in the Julio Otoni favela. Every donation counts to make a huge difference in the life of a child from the community!
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