Slideshow: Homeless workers in Brazil occupy unused land and buildings
All photos by Andalusia Knoll. Hear and read Sam Cowie’s report.
Tagged: World Cup
Brazilian housing activists score a World Cup victory
The World Cup continues in Brazil, but for 5000 homeless workers in São Paulo, there is a different reason to celebrate. Since May, the workers have occupied a space of land less than three...
World Cup preparations and urban displacements in Rio
The 2014 FIFA World Cup kicks off this Thursday in Brazil. However, not all Brazilians will be celebrating. Across the 12 host cities, large numbers of people have been evicted from their homes or...
Slideshow: Sporting events bring demolition and development to Rio
All photos by Sam Cowie. Click on any thumbnail to launch slideshow. Hear and read the story.
