Empowering Dreams: Modeling School in Rio's City of God

The video explores the influence of fashion in a violent favela, highlighting a school where local girls learn modeling to boost self-esteem and create opportunities. Gisele, a successful model, returns to teach and inspire. The school promotes inclusivity, offering alternative paths like photography. A recent fashion show showcased the talents of both beginners and experienced models, emphasizing the community's potential. The school's volunteer-driven efforts are transforming lives, providing hope beyond the prevalent issues of violence and prostitution.

What is one of the main goals of the fashion school in Rio's favelas?

• To compete with international fashion schools

• To boost self-esteem and provide dreams

• To make a profit

• To focus solely on professional models

How does the school handle students who may not fit the traditional modeling criteria?

• They are transferred to another school

• They are given extra modeling lessons

• They are encouraged to pursue photography

• They are asked to leave the school

What significant event did the school organize for the first time in its history?

• A photography exhibition

• A community festival

• A charity auction

• A real fashion show

Who are the participants in the school's fashion show?

• Only professional models

• Both beginners and experienced models

• Only beginners

• Only local residents

What is the broader impact of the fashion school on the community?

• It increases local crime rates

• It provides hope and opportunities beyond violence

• It isolates the community from the rest of the city

• It focuses solely on economic development