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English language classes offer escape route from favelas

Children of a Rio favela
Children of a Rio favela Source: SBS

Tourism is a critical part of the economy of Rio de Janeiro. Image: Children of a Rio favela (SBS)


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By Elliot Constable

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Tourism is a critical part of the economy of Rio de Janeiro. Image: Children of a Rio favela (SBS)


But to enter the market, more and more companies expect job applicants to have a basic level of English comprehension.

 

And that puts many Brazilians living in favelas, or shanty towns, at an increased disadvantage.

 

At least, it did -- until Favela Phoenix entered the scene.


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