OUR MISSION IS TO PROMOTE HEALTH AND SOCIAL WELL-BEING, INCOME GENERATION, AND A CULTURE OF PEACE IN THE FAVELAS OF RIO
Yoga na Maré Institute offers a self-care system for the residents of Complexo da Maré and other favelas in Rio de Janeiro through Integrative and Complementary Health Practices (ICHP) such as Yoga, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, aiming to democratize access to these practices and improve people’s quality of life.
COMPLEXO DA MARÉ IS A TERRITORY OF POWER, DIVERSITY AND COMPLEXITY
16
COMMUNITIES
Complexo da Maré is one of the biggest favelas groups in Rio de Janeiro, made up of Conjunto Esperança, Vila do João, Conjunto Pinheiros, Vila dos Pinheiros, Novo Pinheiros (Salsa e Merengue), Conjunto Bento Ribeiro Dantas, Morro do Timbau, Baixa do Sapateiro, Nova Maré, Parque Maré, Nova Holanda, Parque Rubens Vaz, Parque União, Parque Roquete Pinto, Praia de Ramos, Marcílio Dias.
47 THOUSAND HOUSES
61.8% of residents have lived in Maré since birth, and 64.3% of the houses in Maré are owned.
140 THOUSAND RESIDENTS
Maré represents more than 9% of the population living in favelas in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Most of these residents are women (51%), black people (62.1%) and young people under the age of 30 (51.9%). Other than that, it has a strong presence of northeasterners, representing 18.3% of the population.
Source: Censo Maré
Source: Censo Maré
HOWEVER, IT STILL FACES SEVERAL SOCIAL PROBLEMS
Even though Maré is characterized by great diversity, its 16 communities face very similar social issues, which causes a decline in the quality of life of its people.
The lack of public policies in the region hinders full access to citizenship rights, such as health, education, culture, sports, income generation, mobility, basic sanitation, among others.
Besides that, the constant violence generates a high degree of stress, suffering, and depression for the residents of Complexo. All of these factors strongly affect the local dynamic and people’s mental and physical health.
EMBRACING, CONNECTION AND SELF-CARE
through Yoga
We know that it is not in our power to solve all of the social and violence problems in Complexo da Maré. This is the government’s and its institutions’ responsibility. However, as an organized civil society, we believe in the power of the collective and in yoga’s transformative potential.
Yoga practice alleviates tension and promotes profound relaxation at a physical, mental, and emotional level. It connects. Renews. Rejuvenates. Rebalances. Nourishes body and soul!
We aim to promote a culture of peace and care through yoga and Ayurveda, offering multiple activities for health and social well-being, income generation, culture and citizenship, free of charge and/or for a token price.
GET TO KNOW OUR ACTIVITIES
Yoga Lessons
Therapy services
Workshops
Yoga teacher training
Outdoor events
Yoga and meditation retreats
Movie Club
Conversation circles
Library
OUR PARTNERS
We believe in the force of the collective for social transformation. In the union and cooperation between people, companies, public institutions, and civil society organizations in favor of a common goal!
Because of that, we are proud of our partner network that we managed to build around Yoga na Maré. Meet some of our partners who believe and contribute to such an important cause!
Do you want to be part of this network and help us leave a positive legacy in society?
Contact us!
