About
FENÔMENOS
Side by side
The Fenômenos Lado a Lado (Fenômenos Side by Side) project is an initiative of the Fenômenos Foundation that proposes a form of action based on direct experience within the territories. The project involves visits that go beyond the institutional character, allowing representatives of the Foundation to be present in the daily lives of the communities.
More than just observing, Side By Side seeks to experience routines , habits, cultures, and contexts, deeply understanding the challenges, relationships, and potential that shape life in each territory.
Being present is the starting point.
Being side by side means sharing experiences, listening to stories, and recognizing local knowledge. It means understanding that each territory carries its own identity, built from its relationships, challenges, and solutions.
In Fenômenos Lado a Lado, presence is not symbolic. It is active, attentive, and respectful, creating space for dialogue and for building real connections with the people who make transformation happen every day.
How the project unfolds
Our methodology is based on active listening and building genuine connections with the communities.
Active Listening to the Territory
We start each project by carefully listening to local voices, understanding the specific needs and the unique dynamics of each community.
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Conversations with community leaders
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Mapping of local stakeholders
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Identification of real needs
Constant Presence
We maintain a regular presence in the territories, creating genuine connections and closely monitoring the progress of the proposed actions.
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Regularly scheduled visits
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Participation in local events
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Ongoing monitoring of activities
Collective Construction of Solutions
We develop strategies and actions in conjunction with the community, valuing local knowledge and promoting territorial leadership.
Participatory workshops
Collaborative planning
Strengthening leadership
fruits of the side-by-side FENÔMENOS
Respect for the contexts and realities of each territory;
Valuing people as protagonists of social transformation;
Recognition of collective intelligence and local knowledge of communities;
Approaching the Fenômenos Foundation to local realities ;
Building more sensitive, responsible, and transformative actions .