Program offers free training, focused on project development, fundraising, and institutional strengthening of civil society organizations at different levels of experience
Initially, the Equatorial Institute announced, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the 2nd edition of the equatorial journey notice, providing 300 free spots.
In addition, the initiative was structured to train civil society organizations (CSOs).
At the same time, the program covers seven Brazilian states: Maranhão, Pará, Piauí, Alagoas, Goiás, Amapá, and Rio Grande do Sul.
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UFRGS offers free courses on a 100% online platform with certificates in Finance, Technology, Languages, and Education; see how to enroll.
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Federal Institute opens 30 spots for a free Web Programming course with selection by lottery; see how to enroll and obtain a certificate from IFPR.
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Petrobras will pay you to take a course: in partnership with Senai, there are 2,000 free spots with assistance of up to R$ 800 per month and a certificate recognized by the MEC.
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Study at Firjan Senai through an initiative by Petrobras and receive up to R$ 858: free courses from the institutions expand access to professional qualification and new opportunities.
Thus, the project is executed in the areas of operation of the Equatorial Group, through its distributors.
Who can participate in the equatorial journey notice
Firstly, organizations with at least one year of active CNPJ can participate.
Additionally, it is required that they operate in strategic areas.
Among them, the following stand out:
- Education
- Employability
- Entrepreneurship
- Income generation
- Biodiversity
At the same time, all initiatives need to be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Subsequently, applications must be made through the Prosas platform, as informed by the Equatorial Institute.
Moreover, the application period remains open until April 24, 2026.

How the training of organizations works
Initially, the equatorial journey notice was structured to strengthen CSOs institutionally.
Thus, the training combines theoretical content and practical activities, in an integrated manner.
Furthermore, as highlighted by Janaína Ali, coordinator of the Equatorial Institute, the strengthening of organizations directly impacts local development.
Therefore, the Institute acts as a partner in the growth of these social initiatives.
Methodology adapted by level of experience
At the same time, the program was organized according to the maturity level of the organizations.
In this way, the training was divided into three categories:
- Beginners receive training in social project development
- Intermediate deepen their knowledge in incentive laws
- Experienced receive guidance on fundraising through incentives
Additionally, individual advisories are offered, which enhances the technical capacity of the OSCs.
Consequently, the sustainability and social impact of the initiatives are strengthened.
Online event and program schedule
In addition to registrations, the Equatorial Institute also scheduled an informative event.
Thus, an online meeting will be held on April 15, 2026, at 7 PM, Brasília time.
During the broadcast, which will take place on YouTube, details of the announcement will be presented.
Additionally, participants’ questions will be answered live.
Equatorial Institute’s role in social development
Finally, the Equatorial Institute acts as the social arm of the Equatorial Group.
In this way, the institution promotes social development in the territories where the group is present.
Moreover, the programs are structured with a focus on active listening, partnerships, and lasting impact.
Consequently, these actions contribute to the reduction of social inequalities.
At the same time, they strengthen the local leadership of the communities served.
In light of this scenario, the new edition of the announcement reinforces the role of OSCs in sustainable development — but are all of them prepared to take advantage of this opportunity?


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