Ocupação Izidora is a large urban occupation in Belo Horizonte governed by territorial assemblies and collective coordination. Residents self-manage housing, services, and political strategy.
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| Creation date
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2013
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| Topics
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Democracy, Land Use, Social justiceDemocracy, Land Use, Social justice
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| Context
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Urban
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| Number of participants
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| Typology
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Grassroot group
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| Languages
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Portuguesept
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| Thematics
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Radical DemocracyRadical Democracy
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Izidora emerged through coordinated land occupations. Assemblies govern daily life and negotiations. Decisions are collective and leadership rotates. Women play central roles. Despite evictions, the process remains active as a symbol of urban self-government.