Measuring the impact of our actions is a condition for the Rhizome to exist. In addition to basing ourselves on scientific data that prove the benefits of teaching socio-emotional skills, we measure, through direct observation and with qualitative and quantitative data, the short, medium and long term results of our work. In 2021, we started a partnership with Huber Social . The Australian company works with the measurement of social impact based on the concept of Wellbeing (well-being) that quantifies “The general satisfaction with life, taking into account past experiences, current conditions and future prospects”.
In addition to the observation data and interviews, some spontaneous phrases from the children show us that we are already reaping the rewards:
“Soccer is not just for boys, girls can also play soccer. Those who disagree are being prejudiced”
“- Did Rizoma change your life?”
“- No, Rizoma changed my heart.”
“I am planting a lot of trees all over the world and Portelinha, but I am very sad because there are a lot of people throwing a lot of garbage on them. I am going to transform Portelinha into a Garden of Eden”
