Elton Teixeira

Elton Teixeira serves as the Secretary of Social Assistance and Solidarity Economy in Niterói, Brazil. He is a key advocate for the city's new legislation aimed at providing humane and comprehensive support for individuals facing homelessness, substance abuse issues, and mental health disorders. Teixeira emphasizes the need for a multifaceted approach to assist those living on the streets, stressing that their challenges extend beyond mere homelessness. His work involves the development of the 'Programa Recomeço', which is designed to create integrated policies that include access to food, legal assistance, and therapeutic services, while also ensuring housing is a priority.