Brazil

Around 100,000 people are living without support on the streets of São Paulo. Gender-based violence and pregnancies at a young age are also a reality for many. A significant number of young women leave school or work due to pregnan-cy and risk falling into poverty. With this project, the Salvation Army aims to remedy these issues, allowing people in precarious living conditions in São Paulo to improve their situation in the long term and avoid falling into poverty. The project focuses on homeless people, victims of domestic abuse, pregnant adolescents, and families suffering from poverty. A centre for homeless people provides help with food, clothing and hygiene. It also helps them reintegrate with society by providing training and support in the search for work. Victims of domestic abuse are offered protection at a women’s shelter and provided with opportunities and a path towards regaining control of their lives. The project also raises awareness about sexual violence and improving family relationships in order to protect young people and strengthen families.