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Through Global Gateway, a strategy dedicated to investing in projects that benefit local communities holistically, the European Union joins Latin America to utilise their joint resources and knowledge to amplify their positive impact on the region. From tech & innovation, sustainability & green energy, to agriculture & inclusive education, meet the local heroes making a difference in their communities.
MEET MABIA
As a female enegineer in energy efficiency, Mabia continues to be pioneer in her field, improving energy use in Brazil.
I want to prove how women can be game changers in the tech world.
Thanks to the Brazil-European Union partnership's PotencializEE project, Mabia had the opportunity to acquire an energy efficiency certification that boosted her skills, expertise and professional growth. Rooted under the Global Gateway strategy, the project not only contributes to a more competitive and efficient energy sector in Brazil but also, thanks to Mabia's story, empowers other women to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated fields. Email
MEET BRIGITE
Brigite is an environmental engineer on a mission to make sustainability a top priority. She is flipping the script on waste disposal behaviours, pushing to switch to a circular economy.
With support of the Brazil-European Union partnership, we implement solutions for circular economy.
Joining Brazil & the European Union partnership, Brigite introduces easy waste management solutions to the local communities, helping people and local businesses see the potential of this under-used resource. Her project, through Global Gateway, seeks to contribute to a circular economy, in search of a Zero Waste future, working with the correct disposal of organic solid waste.
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NÁTALY NERI
Nátaly is a content creator who has been tackling issues such as fashion and sustainable beauty intersecting with race and gender for nine years. But, she is also one of the most prominent voices in the Brazilian social media sphere on women's movement and in discussions about environmentalism and climate preservation.
Instagram: @natalyneri
DANRLEY FERREIRA
Danrley is an internet personality and an important voice for social justice and equality in Brazil. He grew up in one of Rio de Janeiro’s largest favelas and advocates and supports them. He defends several hard topics in the country and uses his platform to speak out against racism, inequality, and other social issues affecting his country.
Instagram: @danrleyoficial_
