In another edition of the Together for Acre program, the State government brings health, citizenship and social well-being to 10 thousand residents of Cidade do Povo

The community of Cidade do Povo, the largest housing complex of popular houses in Rio Branco, was the location that throughout this Saturday, the 27th, hosted an event of great social relevance: another edition of the Juntos Pelo Acre program, promoted by the government of Rio Branco. State and partners.

With the presence of Governor Gladson Cameli, around 10 thousand people were served and participated in the activities offered throughout the day. The program, which has already completed a successful year, has as its main objective to promote integration between the government and the community, seeking to eliminate the causes of social ills and improve the quality of life of residents.

Various services were offered during Juntos Pelo Acre, including the issuance of documents, vaccinations, medical consultations, legal and psychological care and social assistance for women through the Lilás Bus, in addition to cultural, sports and leisure activities for children.

“It is essential to show that the State is closer to the people. The People’s City is home to citizens who contribute to boosting the economy and who are as worthy as anyone else. We must face and reduce social inequalities. We are here to listen to the public, understand their needs and thank the entire team that is present this Saturday, contributing to effectively improving people’s lives”, highlighted the governor.

The event was attended by 20 government departments, as well as the Military Police and several other State bodies, highlighting the significant reduction in violence rates in the region in the last seven months. According to data provided by the PM, there were no records of intentional deaths in the neighborhood during this period, and there was a 30% reduction in cases of robberies and thefts in 2023 compared to the previous year. This result is the result of joint work that involves not only the authorities, but also intense community mobilization.

One of the main attractions of the event was the Carreta da Defensoria, a mobile unit of the Public Defender’s Office of the State of Acre, which offered both civil and criminal assistance services, as well as legal guidance and assistance in legal actions.

The State closest to the citizen

Governor Gladson Cameli highlighted the importance of bringing the state closer to the people and reducing inequality. He expressed gratitude at seeing the faces of people being served by the state, highlighting that everyone is equal and deserves the same care and attention from the public authorities.

“I want public authorities to be increasingly present in this city, where thousands of people live, good citizens who help us build a better Acre”, reinforced the governor.

The Government Secretary, Alysson Bestene, emphasized that the Juntos Pelo Acre program is the result of the joint effort of the governor and vice-governor, Mailza Assis, and that the government’s active participation with residents is essential to promote positive changes in the community.

“Today, we witness the effective participation of the community, accompanied by community and religious leaders. All of this is the result of essential actions, which include health, community participation in sporting and social activities and obtaining documents. Today, we take another step forward in citizenship”, reinforced Bestene.

Reaching those in need

Present from an early age at the Juntos pelo Acre action with four of her six children, Katiane Marino, a resident of Cidade do Povo for 8 years, shared her journey marked by challenges and overcoming.

She was born and raised in a flooded area, where the fight against floods was constant, resulting in the loss of her belongings almost annually, until she managed to move to Cidade do Povo in the dream of seeking a better life and becoming a relief, as ended the suffering caused by the floods of the Acre River. Now, Katiane lives with her children, facing life’s challenges with temporary jobs, but with a smile on her face and pride in her dignity.

“God blesses and we survive. And today I found these services here so important, because of the vaccinations that I came to catch up on and get my youngest girls’ IDs. They already need their documents, it’s important to have them. Sometimes we don’t have the money to go to the Center, to move around the city to get these services, so I’m really grateful for them being here in the neighborhood”, she reported alongside her daughters.

Another resident of the neighborhood, Diana Aquino has been in Cidade do Povo for almost six years. Recognized as a community leader, Diana observes improvements in the quality of life of residents, mainly in the new actions of the Military Police, which have brought more tranquility to the neighborhood and positive changes in the last seven months of management. Still, she highlights the need for this more attentive look, especially for children and women.

“It’s already a big evolution, right? We have this project here, because our neighborhood is very far from the Center, so everything we have to do, we have to feel and move around a lot. And together with this project that the government brought today, it is excellent, many women are being helped, all the people who are here need this service, and being closer everything is much better”, says Diana.

Juntos Pelo Acre in Cidade do Povo was a true success and demonstrated the Acre government’s commitment to caring for people and promoting social well-being. With the union of efforts between authorities and the community, it is possible to build a better future for all Acre citizens.

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