Cultural perspective: 
The life in a favela is a kind of a micro-society, with its own rules and habits. To work in this environment enables you to learn a lot of things.

Sociological perspective: 
It is interesting how a community is different. All the people know each other and were generally very close.

Human perspective:
I think this is the most important point. Whatever you do in a favela or in an NGO, the important factor is the relationship with the people. To show them that you are here for them and that you really do care. 

Jonathan taught English to adults and delivered a range of recreational and expressive activities (including arts and educational activities) for the children of SAMP (Sociedade dos Amigos do Morro dos Prazeres).