VOICED: Brightening up Rio's favelas

The video discusses a project aimed at transforming the appearance of impoverished slums by painting buildings in vibrant colors. The initiative is a collaboration between the local government and a major paint company, with the goal of not only beautifying the area but also creating jobs and boosting property values. Despite past failures, this project hopes to succeed by involving private partnerships. The project will provide training and employment for 30 local residents as painters. The cost of repainting a house is significant, but the potential benefits include increased property values and safer, more vibrant communities. Since a major police presence was established in 2008, the area has seen various development projects, with the most significant change being the improved safety and happiness of children playing in the streets.

What are some benefits of the project beyond just painting houses?

How has the presence of police affected the community since 2008?