afroreggae is also an arts production company - afro reggae produções artísticas - arpa, supporting international cultural exchanges and the professional careers of dozens of subgroups formed as a result of its projects. 

among the most notable organizations the observatório de favelas (the favelas' observatory), is involved in promoting a variety of cultural activities and events.

established in 2001 in maré,  it operates in the areas of communication and culture, territorial development, and human rights.   some of their projects are listed on this link, by type.  notably, much focus is also given to photography, and the training and insertion of professional photographers in the job market.

the observatório de favelas is a significant asset to anyone interested in learning more about rio's communities.