The lack of government support for poor communities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil encouraged those communities to mobilize their own resources. People in the communities decided to come together and start saving money. This community savings was used for initiatives like housing, education, and livelihood programs. The Asian Coalition for Community Action (ACCA) Program provided additional support for community-managed projects. Through their initiatives, the communities demonstrated their abilities and changed perceptions of them, attracting further support from governments and other organizations.