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Tips on how to use AI in analyzing regulatory documents
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has proven to be a powerful ally to make the document analysis process more agile, effective, and less susceptible to errors. With…
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How Is Artificial Intelligence Transforming Government Relations?
📢 AI is already part of the daily routine in government and institutional relations, but how to use it safely?
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How to Safely Use AI in Governmental and Institutional Relations
What you need to know to use artificial intelligence in your daily life.
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Fake News Bill - Analysis by IR students at ESPM
Analysis of Bill 2630/2024 by IR students at ESPM
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How to transform data into decisions (Part 1) - The 5 pillars
Discover in this series of articles a methodology to transform data into decisions.
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Analysis of Bill 3722/2012 (ESPM)
Processing analysis and stakeholder mapping of Bill 3722/2012 developed by ESPM students.
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Analysis of bill 451/2015 (ESPM)
Processing analysis and stakeholder mapping of Bill 451/2015 developed by ESPM students.
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Analysis of Bill 3338/2015 (ESPM)
Processing analysis and stakeholder mapping of Bill 3338/2015 developed by ESPM students.
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Analysis of bill 442/1991 (ESPM)
Processing analysis and stakeholder mapping of Bill 442/1991 developed by ESPM students.
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Five recommendations to prepare for the new cycle of the Executive and Legislative branches
We talked with several industry professionals. Check out some of the main tips for this period of new governments and new legislative houses.
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ESPM Award | Analysis of the Legislative Process PL No. 5,660/2016, which regulates internships in Brazil
Analysis of PL 5660/2016, which proposes that prior experience is not mandatory for candidates seeking internship positions in companies operating in the…
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SPECIAL | Antakly: Transition: how to plan your GovRel performance? |
Read the interview with consultant Gisela Antakly Martinez (managing partner of Antakly Martinez Public Affairs), third in Sigalei's series on preparations in…
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ESPM Award | Analysis of the Legislative Process PL No. 7,643/2017
Check out the study on PL No. 7,643/2017 carried out by International Relations students guided by professor Marcello Baird.
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SPECIAL | Embrapa: Transition: how to plan your GovRel performance?
Read the interview with Institutional and Government Relations at Embrapa – the first in Sigalei's series with specialists to talk about preparations during…
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ORIGEM Yearbook: largest showcase of the GovRel market expands to Latin America and presents record data on the evolution of the sector in Brazil
Survey reveals that multinationals have returned to the pre-pandemic level and are responsible for leveraging the sector
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The 5 essential functions in a Government and Institutional Relations team
Check out the five main profiles of a good Institutional and Government Relations team – and which one you fit into
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IGR and valuable connections for companies and society. Interview with Suelma Rosa, Juliana Marra and Guilherme Camargo.
Check out the highlights of the II International Congress of Governmental Relations in this interview with Suelma Rosa, Juliana Marra and Guilherme Camargo…
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LOBBYING, CEPI AND SIGALEI: Partnerships to Foster Debates and Build Scenarios
The partnership between Sigalei and CEPI-FGV has completed 1 year! Check out the article written by Mariana Chaimovich and her reflection on how the connection…
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Lobbying and Interest Defense in an Election Year
Check out the main points of attention for lobbying in an election year in the new article written by our partners at Strategos Jr. Political Consulting at UnB.
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Lobbying Regulation Returns to the Scene
Overview of lobbying regulation in the National Congress by Andréa Gozetto
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Legislative Process: Main Stages
How are laws created? Get to know the main stages of the Brazilian legislative process and understand the path a legislative proposal follows until it becomes a…
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Public policy evaluation: is there still room for interest groups to act?
Check out how lobbyists can insert themselves in the public policy evaluation stage in the new article of the series about the public policy cycle written by…
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Environment on the National Congress Agenda
PL 3729/2004 deals with environmental licensing and is among the main projects that must be voted on this year. See the analysis of the processing and…
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Sigalei - ESPM Award: Environment, Diversity, and Inclusion in the National Congress
Check out the winners of the 6th edition of the Sigalei ESPM Award. Discover the bills chosen by the students to experience the day-to-day life of Institutional…
GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance)
Agribusiness, Sustainability, and Green Economy: The role of the National Congress
Sigalei joined forces with Di Blasi, Parente & Associados, our clients and partners, to survey how Congress is approaching topics related to agribusiness…
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Smart Cities: Perspectives and Challenges in Brazil
Check out what smart cities are and an analysis of the Brazilian context by the partners of Equalitas Jr. UFMG on the perspectives and challenges of this theme…
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Institutional and Government Relations: areas of action and professional skills
New article written in partnership with Strategos Jr. shows the main skills and competencies for the GR Professional to act in the job market.
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Decentralized Public Policies: Challenges in Brazil
This article in partnership with Equalitas UFMG Jr. shows the importance and challenges of public policy management in a territory as extensive and complex as…
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Public Policy Cycle: lobby and advocacy in agenda setting
In the second article of the series on Institutional and Governmental Relations in the Public Policy Cycle, Andréa Gozetto shows how lobbying or advocacy…
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Copyright in the Legislature: the evolution of bill mapping methodology
Article in partnership with CEPI-FGV with reports of the mapping and monitoring carried out by researchers using the Sigalei platform in research that…
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What is a CPI and why is it important in the political scene?
Learn what a Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) is, how it works in the Brazilian Congress, and its role in supervising the Executive Branch.
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Stakeholders, lobby and social networks: new digital dynamics
How digital transformation is changing the relationship between stakeholders and political influence in the 21st century.
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How to build an Issues Management System
A step-by-step guide to implementing an integrated issues management process in your organization.
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Transparent lobby benefits 21st century democracies
How the regulation of lobby can contribute to more transparent and participatory democratic processes.
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Public Budget: why is it important and how is it made?
Understand how the public budget is built in Brazil, the role of the PPA, LDO, and LOA, and its importance for society.
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Bills that Amend the LGPD
An analysis of the main legislative proposals aimed at modifying the General Data Protection Law (LGPD) in Brazil.
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Issues Management, an organizational philosophy
Understand how issues management can become a central philosophy for organizations to anticipate risks and opportunities.
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Impact Analysis: how a bill or public policy affects your organization
Learn how to perform an impact analysis of legislative proposals and public policies to protect and position your organization strategically.
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Why follow your stakeholders on social networks?
The importance of digital monitoring of key players in the political and regulatory scenario.
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Use of Sigalei for legislative research in Law
A practical case on how the Sigalei platform can be used as a source for academic and professional research in the legal field.
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Pillars of Institutional and Government Relations in action
The fundamental concepts that guide the performance of professionals in the area of Institutional and Government Relations (RIG).
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Issues Management as a RIG strategic management tool
How to use issues management to qualify and give more weight to Institutional and Government Relations (RIG) areas.
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5 steps to engage stakeholders in government relations
A practical guide to building solid and strategic engagement with your organization's key stakeholders.
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The new decade of lobby
Perspectives and trends for the lobby and institutional relations activity in the 2020s.
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Strategic alignment in RIG in practice
A practical guide to implementing a strategic alignment process in the daily life of RIG.
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Sigalei ESPM Award: the works of the new generation of RIG professionals
Recognizing the talent and innovation of young professionals in the area of Institutional and Government Relations.
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RIG Alignment: implementing the strategic planning process
How to align the Institutional and Government Relations area with the organization's global strategy.
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Data and GovRel: a real report
A practical report on how data use is transforming the daily life of a Government Relations area.
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How to align the RIG strategy with the organization's business strategy
A guide to ensuring that the performance of the institutional relations area is in tune with the company's long-term objectives.
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The political implications and impact of the Legal Framework for Sanitation
An analysis of the changes brought by the new legal framework for sanitation and the perspectives for the sector in Brazil.
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How to prioritize bills to improve monitoring efficiency?
Techniques and criteria for identifying the most relevant bills for your organization amidst the legislative volume.
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Get to know the winning work of the Sigalei ESPM award
A summary of the research and work that stood out in the Sigalei ESPM Award, reflecting the new generation of RIG.
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I remember, therefore I believe: how this perception of reality affects the RIG area
A reflection on how memory and perception influence decision-making and performance in Institutional and Government Relations.
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Public Policies and lobbying: remedies, risks, or opportunities
The triple nature of public policies and how lobbying can influence them to generate positive impacts for society and the company.
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The lobbyist and the public calamity
The role and performance of government relations professionals during states of public calamity, such as the Covid-19 pandemic.
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How to analyze the transformation of the political risk scenario
Tools and methodologies for tracking and interpreting rapid changes in the political landscape and their impacts on business.
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The impact of proposals and risk management in the RIG area
How to evaluate the potential impact of legislative proposals and integrate this into the organization's risk management.
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How to calculate ROI in RIG
Methods and indicators for measuring the return on investment of Institutional and Government Relations actions.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Access to breast cancer treatment needs to be expanded
The importance of public policies and legislative support to ensure access to treatment and prevention of breast cancer in Brazil.
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The trajectory of a professional passionate about RIG
An inspiring career story in the area of Institutional and Government Relations, highlighting challenges and achievements.
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Amendments to the proposal – How to monitor?
A practical guide on how to track and analyze amendments presented to bills in Congress and their impact on the final text.
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Demystifying Amendments
An educational guide on how parliamentary amendments work and their role in the budget and legislative process.
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ORIGEM Yearbook: from the construction of ideas to transparency in the area of RIG
A look at the contribution of the ORIGEM Yearbook to the consolidation and transparency of the Institutional and Government Relations market.
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Webinar – The challenges of women in RIG
A summary of the discussions held during the webinar about the presence and challenges of women in the RIG market.
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Webinar: the challenges of women in RIG
Another look at the webinar focused on the professional path and representation of women in government relations.
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Sigalei/ESPM Award prepares the RIG professionals of the future
How the partnership between Sigalei and ESPM is fostering the academic and professional development of new talents in RIG.
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Sigalei wins honorable mention in the Journalism category of the Marco Maciel award
Sigalei's recognition for its contribution to transparency and specialized journalism in the area of institutional relations.
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The performance of RIG professionals during the parliamentary recess
What government relations professionals do when Congress is not in session and how to use this period strategically.
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Compliance has a beginning and a middle. Definitely, it has no end
The continuous nature of compliance and the importance of a lasting organizational culture based on integrity.
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The challenges of structuring the Government Relations area
Practical insights and common obstacles when building a GovRel department from scratch in companies and associations.
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Webinar – The challenges of structuring the RIG area
Key takeaways from the webinar on how to build and organize an effective Institutional and Government Relations department.
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Decree proposes that giving transparency is the State's role
An analysis of the new decree that reinforces transparency as an essential obligation of the State towards society.
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How to identify if a bill will be approved?
Key indicators and factors that help predict the chances of success or failure of a bill in the legislative process.
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Why has the lobbying regulation project not been voted on yet?
An exploration of the political and institutional reasons that have delayed the voting on the regulation of lobbying in Brazil.
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Lobbying for everyone, is it possible?
A reflection on the democratization of lobbying and the participation of different sectors of society in the legislative debate.
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Lobbying on the agenda: indecision or regulation?
An analysis of the dilemmas and the current stage of the discussion on the regulation of lobbying in Brazil.
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Speaking of lobbying... communication in the RIG process
How communication strategies are essential to support lobbying activities and ensure the effectiveness of government relations.
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Social lobby straight from the babassu fields
An inspiring case of social lobbying and organization of traditional communities to influence legislation and public policies.
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Interview with Leandro Modesto Coimbra about lobbying regulation
Leandro Modesto Coimbra shares his vision about the importance and the paths for the regulation of lobbying in Brazil.
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CCJC, the judge of the Legislative Process
The fundamental role of the Constitution and Justice Commission (CCJC) in the analysis of the constitutionality and legality of bills.
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Interview with Cristiano Noronha, vice-president of Arko Advice
Cristiano Noronha shares his vast experience in political analysis and the trends for the institutional scenario in Brazil.
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Indication, do deputies know how to use it?
An analysis of the use of 'indicações' (indications) by deputies and their effectiveness in the legislative process.
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ACRIG: RIG outside the Brasília-São Paulo-Rio axis
The expansion of the Institutional and Government Relations market in other regions of Brazil, highlighting the work of ACRIG.
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Interview Cynthia Cury, management and public policy analyst at Embrapa
Cynthia Cury talks about the importance of management and evidence-based public policies in the agricultural sector.
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MPVs, the strength of the Executive in the Legislative
An analysis of the role of Provisional Measures (MPVs) in the Brazilian legislative process and the power they confer to the President.
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Interview Humberto Dantas, researcher and professor of Political Science
Humberto Dantas analyzes the Brazilian political scenario and the challenges of political education and representation.
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Interview Vinicius Poit, young Federal Deputy elected by Novo in SP
Vinicius Poit talks about his trajectory, his legislative agenda, and the challenges of a first term in the Chamber of Deputies.
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How to monitor the actions of the legislative power?
Practical tips and tools for identifying and monitoring the daily activities of the legislative power at the federal, state, and municipal levels.
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What changes with the new Congress?
An analysis of the profile of the new Congress and the perspectives for the legislative agenda in the coming period.
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Why monitor the legislative?
The fundamental reasons why every organization should have a structured routine for monitoring the legislative power.
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Professional Profile: Carolina Venuto
An interview with Carolina Venuto, highlighting her trajectory and her vision about the importance of institutional relations.
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Professional profile: Andréa Gozetto
An interview with Andréa Gozetto, a reference in the area of Institutional and Government Relations, about her trajectory and vision of the market.
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Special Venue
A discussion on the concept of 'foro privilegiado' in Brazil and the legislative debates around its extinction or modification.
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Data in the Courts?
An exploration of how the use of data and technology is arriving at the Judiciary and its impacts on legal and political analysis.
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What is a proposal?
An educational explanation of the concept of 'proposição' (proposal/bill) in the Brazilian legislative process.
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Discovering the internal functioning of the Chamber of Deputies
An educational guide to the internal processes, commissions, and the day-to-day of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil.
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A Light on the Legislative
An initiative to increase transparency and understanding of the work of the Legislative Power in Brazil.
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The Bicameral System in Brazil
How the system composed of the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate works and its importance for democracy.
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Science, Technology, and Politics
An analysis of the intersection between scientific development, technological innovation, and the political decisions that shape the future.
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Together we are stronger
The importance of associations and collective action in the defense of common interests and institutional performance.
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National Champions
An analysis of the policy of 'national champions' in Brazil and its institutional and economic implications.
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Where there's a will, there's a way
A reflection on the political will and the effective action of interest groups in building the legislative agenda.
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The risks of discredit in politics
How the loss of trust in political institutions affects the business environment and the performance of institutional relations.
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Five Bills that you should follow
A selection of the main bills currently in progress in Congress that could impact the business environment in Brazil.
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Government relations in Brazilian politics
An overview of the role and evolution of government relations activities within the Brazilian political system.
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The political scenario and the future of government relations
The perspectives and trends for the government relations activity in light of the current Brazilian political context.
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Don't let the state end your business
An alert about the importance of legislative monitoring and institutional relations to protect the interests of companies against sudden regulatory changes.
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Advocacy and technology: a relationship that can work
How digital tools are amplifying the reach and effectiveness of advocacy campaigns and institutional defense.
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Don't miss the ride: the importance of legislative monitoring in the dispute for political spaces
Why monitoring is essential for organizations that want to effectively participate in the political debate and protect their interests.
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Startups: it is necessary to act!
The importance of the startup ecosystem actively participating in the legislative debate to ensure a favorable environment.
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Who cares about entrepreneurship?
A discussion on how entrepreneurship is treated in the political and legislative sphere in Brazil.