I am (L)
In Portuguese Sou comes from the verb SER which translates in English as "to be". The same as: I exist, I happen, I live, I do, I relate, I mean, I represent, I am.” Soul, means the spiritual part of a person in English. Integrating the being, the soul and nature are part of human existence, everyone is connected.
The programme aims to promote the well-being of participants through practices, dynamics, music and art that favour integration with nature, and consequently, strengthen the physical and mental health of those contemplated.
Students from Chave do Saber School taking part in a planting activity in Boa Sorte during the 2025 initiative to plant 500 seedlings
All actions will be carried out in the morning at the REGUA, so the participants will participate in ecological trails, visual art workshops, music therapy, stretching, mindfulness practices and handicrafts.
Participants of “Sport is Nature” – 2025 at Guapiaçu Square
A crucial dimension of these initiatives is the emphasis on valuing local memory and cultural heritage. By recognising and celebrating the history, traditions, and ancestral knowledge of the communities surrounding the Guapiaçu Ecological Reserve, the programme strengthens their sense of belonging. This not only reinforces the emotional ties between the community and the land but also fosters a profound connection between generations, preserving local cultural roots.
Audience watching the documentary Stars of the Earth II at the Guapiaçu Ecological Reserve, with José da Silva featured at the centre of the photo.
Documentário: Estrelas da Terra
On 4 November, REGUA released a documentary entitled Stars of the Earth. The film shares the stories of residents aged over 70 from the areas surrounding the institution.
Its main objective was to recover local culture, emphasising the community’s relationship with the environment and their sense of belonging.