VOICED: Sao Paulo's model favela

The City Union Favela project in São Paulo aims to transform the lives of 32,000 residents by improving infrastructure, including roads, housing, schools, and hospitals. The project covers a million square meters and addresses issues like flooding and crime. It replaces dirt paths and open sewers with solid housing and tarmac roads. 3,000 families were relocated, with some receiving new homes outside the favela and others moving into social housing. The project is a model for Brazil's urban redevelopment, with Itaquera favela next in line, set to host a new stadium for the 2014 World Cup.

What is the primary goal of the City Union Favela project in São Paulo?

• To establish a new government office

• To create a new tourist attraction

• To transform the lives of 32,000 people

• To build a new shopping mall

What were some of the vulnerabilities faced by families in the City Union Favela?

• Flooding and violent crime

• High cost of living

• Lack of internet access

• Limited public transportation

What changes have been made to the infrastructure in the City Union Favela?

• Introduction of new shopping centers

• Development of a theme park

• Construction of a new airport

• Replacement of dirt paths with tarmac roads

How many families were relocated due to the City Union Favela project?

• 1,000 families

• 4,000 families

• 3,000 families

• 2,000 families

Which favela is next in line for redevelopment, and what event is it associated with?

• Vidigal favela, associated with a music festival

• Itaquera favela, associated with the 2014 World Cup

• Rocinha favela, associated with the Olympics

• Paraisópolis favela, associated with a cultural event