Caroline Alves

Caroline Alves is the president of the Fundação Carlos Chagas Filho de Amparo à Pesquisa (Faperj), an organization dedicated to promoting research and innovation in the state of Rio de Janeiro. She has been instrumental in initiatives that support sustainable development and entrepreneurship in underserved communities, particularly through programs like Pista, which aims to foster innovation and economic growth in favelas. Her emphasis on recognizing the potential of these communities as hubs for technology and entrepreneurship highlights her commitment to transforming local economies and improving quality of life.