Maricá and Niterói Advance Science and Technology Initiatives with New Councils and Training Programs
Maricá forms a science and technology council while Niterói launches free tech training to boost local innovation and inclusion.
- • Maricá opened registrations for its Municipal Council of Science, Technology, and Innovation until June 25
- • The inaugural ORBITA event for Maricá's council is set for July 8
- • Niterói inaugurated Casa Smart providing free courses in technology fields starting June 22
- • Courses in Niterói include Fundamentals of Electricity and Computer Operator, with diplomas awarded by Firjan
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The municipalities of Maricá and Niterói are strengthening their commitment to science, technology, and innovation through two new local government initiatives announced this week.
Maricá has opened registrations until June 25 to form its Municipal Council of Science, Technology, and Innovation (COMCTI), inviting public and private entities to appoint representatives who will participate in shaping local technology policies. According to Sabrina Alves, Secretary of Science and Technology, this council aims to increase civil society participation in strategic decisions, with the inaugural event, ORBITA, scheduled for July 8 to discuss and engage stakeholders in the sector.
Meanwhile, Niterói is inaugurating Casa Smart Ilha da Conceição on June 22, a facility dedicated to free professional training in technological fields such as Fundamentals of Electricity and Computer Operator courses. Organized in partnership with Firjan, this initiative targets individuals aged 16 and older with at least a fifth-grade education. Students will receive recognized diplomas aimed at enhancing employment opportunities. Rodrigo Ramalho, Niterói's Secretary of Innovation, Science, and Technology, emphasized the program's role in building an inclusive economy and noted it is part of broader investments, including upcoming projects like Digital Urban Platforms and an Innovation District to attract startups and generate skilled jobs.
Both initiatives underline a proactive municipal approach to fostering science and technology locally by combining policy development with capacity building. By encouraging direct civil involvement in Maricá and offering practical skills training in Niterói, the cities are working to boost innovation ecosystems and promote equitable access to technology-driven employment.
These measures not only support individual professional growth but also position both municipalities as emerging hubs of technological advancement and inclusion within the state of Rio de Janeiro.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
