Almada is a city in the district of Setúbal, located at only 10 km. far from Lisbon, in the other side of the Tagus River. It has a population of 174,030 inhabitants and a density of 2,478 inhab./km2 (2011 data). It covers a surface area of 70 km2.
The city grew because of the need for manpower in the major industries located in the city: naval, electrical, textiles, among others. These have reduced in number, almost extinct, giving way to the tertiary sector and research and technology.
Almada (Portugal)
The Yellow Party, organized by the Municipal House of Youth of Santo Amaro, promotes local culture and art through diversified activities, involving associations and raising awareness about the role of the Municipal House.
Almada (Portugal)
It is a volunteer project designed to provide a service to the elderly that came out of the Teachers’ Association of the Municipality of Almada as part of its wish to participate in the construction of a more just society.
Almada (Portugal)
The project is carried out at the Daniel Sampaio secondary school, where the 16 year-old students in the professional technical design course have done a field work on accessibility in the city, in order to propose improvements to the City Council.
Almada (Portugal)
The JURE youth association in Almada promotes cooperation between young people from the African diaspora and African organizations in Portugal. Organize meetings to debate culture, immigration and rights, encouraging youth participation.
Almada (Portugal)
The Special Ludus Program offers recreational-sports experiences to people with disabilities, promoting skills, socialization and inclusion. Promotes adapted sports practice to improve the integration and quality of life of this group.
Almada (Portugal)
Almada promotes sports programs for people with special needs, improving their health, social inclusion and self-confidence, and promoting active lifestyles and community interaction.
Almada (Portugal)
The Almada Young Weight Program combats childhood and youth obesity with physical activities, nutritional education and psychological support, promoting comprehensive and healthy development from an early age.
