the united youth of santa marta has often been allowed the opportunity to participate in city wide events. the city of santa marta was the first to receive the pacifying police unit, rio's first law enforcement service.

like the united youth of santa marta, they share a similar uniform color of blue. the samba school's official colors are blue and white and many of the school's performances have been representations of the current events of its city.

within santa marta, there is a since of unity and protection that comes from city officials.