“Visiting Community in Action was an incredible experience for me because I was able to see an organization that was established with the sole intent of creating change in the lives of individuals by empowering them with education and training. Our visit was quite inspiring, and I will always remember the humbling feeling it gave me to see all of the care and commitment that went into Community in Action. I give so much respect to the people in Rio de Janeiro who are helping to make this work.”

“After hearing about Community in Action for the past several years, it was such a joy to finally be there. From the moment you walk up the stairs and get inside, it’s like you’re in an oasis in the middle of the slums. I was amazed that what started out as a simple idea had turned into an organization that had a positive impact on so many people’s lives. Margaret Mead once said, never underestimate the power of a small group of thoughtful people to change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has….The people working at there were like a family, and by listening to their ongoing discussions about how to improve and advance various projects at the NGO, it was clear that Community in Action would only keep growing.”

“It’s great that there are people in the world who do things for others without any other interest except for helping…that is what Community in Action does.The people there were very generous with us. They still need a lot of help, but many of them are already helping each other. I have a lot of hope in this organization and I am sure that the people leading it will make a huge difference in their community.”

“I remember not knowing at all what to expect when we got there. Once we got up to the house I was amazed at how clean and colorful everything was. Compared to other houses surrounding the NGO in the favela, everything was bright and cheery and welcoming. A great environment for learning! We were all so impressed by the hard work and compassion that has gone into this project and still does. Bravo to everyone at Comunidade em Acao!!!”

“It was truly inspiring to see a successful combination of people eager to help others and people eager to learn to better help themselves and their community. The NGO provides an environment for many who are less fortunate to contribute to a larger cause.”

“I was moved by the age diversity of people at the NGO; toddlers and teenagers to middle-aged and elderly adults. Everyone, young and old alike, seemed happy to be there and enthusiastic about the programs. It was an extremely welcoming atmosphere and I’m very glad that I had the opportunity to get an inside look.”

“Our visit to Comunidade em Acao was amazing. The staff was warm, welcoming and truly selfless. The children that we met were so polite and have the potential to carry on the great things they are learning at the center in their communities. The opportunity that the organization has given them to learn is remarkable. It was wonderful to see so many lives that are being enriched by their interactions with this positive place. Brazilians are so full of life, we can all learn a lesson from them.”