The Bolsa do Povo, created by the state government of São Paulo, aims primarily to provide financial support and opportunities for professional training to individuals in conditions of social vulnerability. Launched in 2021, this initiative represents an important effort to combat poverty and promote social inclusion in the state.
Therefore, it is crucial to understand who qualifies for this program and how it can be beneficial. Knowing the eligibility criteria is essential for those seeking assistance through this social program.
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Program Benefits
Bolsa do Povo encompasses a variety of benefits, each designed to meet specific needs of vulnerable populations. These include:
- Youth Action: focused on young people between 15 and 24 years old from low-income families;
- Housing Assistance: for families removed from their homes due to rain, floods or urban/environmental interventions;
- Sports Talent Grant: financial support for athletes at various levels of competition;
- Citizen Income: for families in unemployment or underemployment situations.
- Via Rápida: offers free professional training and is open to citizens aged 16 and over;
- Vale Gás: assistance with the purchase of cooking gas for families in situations of social vulnerability.
Bolsa do Povo eligibility criteria
It is important to note that to be eligible for Bolsa do Povo benefits, it is necessary to meet certain criteria. Generally, beneficiaries must be residents of the State of São Paulo for more than two years, be 18 years of age or older, and be in a situation of social vulnerability.
This includes being homeless or living in precarious housing conditions, having low professional qualifications, or being in an informal employment situation. In addition, each benefit within the program has specific requirements, so it is important to check each one to see if you qualify.
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