# Disability inclusion initiatives in Nova Iguaçu

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/disability-inclusion-initiatives-in-nova-iguau
> Updated: 2026-09-17T22:48:36.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2.

The city of Nova Iguaçu has implemented various municipal initiatives aimed at supporting the inclusion and well-being of people with disabilities.

Through the Municipal Secretariat for Animal Defense and Protection (SEMDEPA), the city launched the ELO Program, a pilot project for animal-assisted interventions. This program utilizes professionally evaluated dogs to assist with socialization, communication, and cognitive skills within the health, education, and social assistance sectors.

Additionally, the Municipal Secretariat of Sport and Leisure provides free sports programs at the Vila Olímpica de Nova Iguaçu. Serving approximately 300 people, these adaptive athletics programs are designed to foster autonomy and social interaction, with participants reporting benefits for mental health and physical energy.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Nova Iguaçu sports programs support autonomy for students with disabilities

Adaptive sports programs at the Vila Olímpica de Nova Iguaçu are helping approximately 300 people with disabilities gain autonomy and improve mental health through free athletic activities.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-sports-programs-support-autonomy-for-students-with-disabilities

### 2026-09-17: Nova Iguaçu launches animal-assisted intervention program

Nova Iguaçu has launched the ELO Program, a pilot project using animal-assisted interventions to improve the social and cognitive well-being of people with disabilities.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nova-iguau-launches-animal-assisted-intervention-program

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