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Instituto Criar, a Brazilian non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to the socio-cultural and professional development of economically and socially vulnerable youth, uses the power of audiovisual storytelling to create opportunities. The project focuses on expanding possibilities for its former students by:

1. Mentoring them to create and showcase storytelling projects with positive social impact.
2. Providing support for the development of standout audiovisual initiatives.
3. Sharing opportunities, resources and information about international projects that drive change.

Foster international collaboration and networks:

The project connects creative talents from vulnerable communities in Brazil with organizations in the United States, building a network of collaboration and promoting South-North and South-South exchanges.

Expand access to cultural creation and distribution:

By providing young creatives with mentorship, tools and resources, this initiative empowers them to produce and share audiovisual stories with both local and international audiences.

• Creation of digital platform: Develop an online space to facilitate networking, information sharing and collaboration.
• Peer-learning/Networking: IntroduceS.-based organizations and their mission-driven initiatives to Brazilian participants.
• Mentorships: Guide participants through the creation and production of impactful audiovisual storytelling projects.
• International showcases: Present Brazilian storytellers’ creative works at global cultural events focused on positive social impact.