Michael Batista Tavares
Michael Batista Tavares, affectionately known as Mick, is a 53-year-old paraplegic resident of Rocinha. Despite facing significant mobility challenges due to polio, he creatively utilizes a skateboard and the assistance of others to navigate the steep terrain of the favela. Mick is a well-known figure in the community, embodying resilience and community support.
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Michael, known as Mick, is a vendor who uses a skateboard to navigate the steep streets of Rocinha despite being paralyzed.
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