A new book titled “I Was Supposed to be at School” unveils the harrowing reality of violence in Rio de Janeiro’s Mare neighborhood through the eyes of children aged 5 to 17. Filled with their drawings and testimonies, it exposes how police operations disrupt their lives, forcing them to seek shelter during clashes. Despite anonymity for safety, the accounts vividly describe encounters with law enforcement and the trauma they endure. The project, sparked by increased police raids, sheds light on the toll of violence on Rio’s youth, urging for attention and change.
Children’s Book Reveals Impact of Violence in Rio de Janeiro Favela
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