The recently concluded Communidade Convention, held at NIO, has prioritized addressing the issue of illegal constructions and encroachments on Communidade lands. The convention aims to recommend measures to curb such activities, emphasizing the importance of preserving public spaces and adhering to urban planning regulations. Additionally, demands for pre-legislative consultations on amendments to the Communidade Code and action against the illegal appointment of administrative staff were raised. The convention also highlighted the need for digitizing Communidade records, appointing a full-time administrator, and increasing the frequency of conventions. Protests ensued outside the venue, as activists, denied entry, demanded participation in the convention. Stay tuned for updates on these developments.