Gremio and UNHCR have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote social inclusion and protection of refugees in Brazil. The partnership was signed at the Arena do Gremio, in Porto Alegre, by the UNHCR representative in Brazil, Davide Torzilli, and the interim president of Gremio, Paulo Eloi Grings.

What happened?

The signing of the memorandum of understanding marks the beginning of a partnership between Gremio and UNHCR to promote social inclusion and protection of refugees in Brazil.

Why is this important for Gremio?

The partnership aims to increase access to sports for refugee children and families, strengthen actions to combat xenophobia and stimulate socio-economic inclusion through the club's engagement in employment initiatives.

What comes next?

The partnership between Gremio and UNHCR provides for the implementation of various initiatives, including access to Gremio games for refugee families, participation of refugee children in sports activities and football schools, communication actions and campaigns against xenophobia.

Currently, Gremio is in 9th place in Serie A, with 49 points, 13 wins, 10 draws and 15 losses in 38 games. The club's next game will be against Sao Paulo, at home, on August 9, 2026. | Date | Opponent | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 04/11/2026 | Internacional | 0-0 | | 08/09/2026 | Sao Paulo | - |