Held in Copacabana, the charity run brought together athletes and the academic community in an initiative promoted by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates with support from FGV.

The Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV), through its International Affairs Division (FGV DINT), supported the first edition of the Zayed Charity Run in Brazil, held last Sunday, October 5th, at Copacabana Beach. The charity run, promoted by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Brazil, aims to promote health, well-being, and solidarity.

Created in 2001 in honor of the founder of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed, the initiative brings together thousands of participants annually in various cities around the world. The event includes professional athletes, amateurs, and people with disabilities (PWD), promoting sports, inclusion, and social engagement, with 100% of the registration fees going to social impact projects.

As part of the partnership and to encourage sports and cultural integration, FGV students and employees were awarded 500 places, ensuring the participation of members of the academic community in the race and strengthening institutional engagement.

Student Bianca Mendes Pires Ji (FGV EESP) described the experience: “My participation, facilitated by FGV, was an incredible multicultural experience! It was very exciting to see and participate in an event for a charitable cause, especially when it also involves physical activity.”

FGV's Director of Operations, Marco Antônio Teixeira do Amaral, highlighted the impact of the institution's participation: "Congratulations to DINT for including FGV in the list of sponsors and supporters of road racing in the country. It is very important to create and strengthen habits that contribute to physical and mental health. It was a rewarding experience to participate in this first race with FGV students and staff. Bring on the next ones!" 

The event reinforced how international partnerships can create meaningful experiences for the academic community, encouraging students and staff to get involved in global initiatives.