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The Program

iMAGINE is a social impact program for young adults created by DiVERGE that aims to improve their employability skills and promote social inclusion.

iMAGINE starts with an intensive training program that introduces them to several disciplines related to communication, marketing and entrepreneurship in order to develop skills and increase self awareness.

This is the beginning of a long term partnership, as each participant then has the opportunity to tell their story to the world by creating their own sneakers and launch a micro-business with DiVERGE to practice the new earned skills, getting proceeds that result from the sales.

Throughout the program, ongoing mentorship is provided to enable that each participant can strive for a more meaningful future. DiVERGE directs 10% of its profits to further grow iMAGINE and we are formally committed to donate the equivalent of 5% or more of our time through pro-bono services every year.

We invite you to check their unique stories and buy their creations.

They deserve it.



IMAGINE
Meet the Team


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Meet Alvaro

Leadership | Stay Fit

I aim to become a leader within my community, enhancing my skills and intervention capabilities in the process.

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Meet Jessica

Entrepeneur| Determined

My favourite areas: marketing and advertising. Also the strong believe in the need to be more responsible in our consumption.

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Meet Fernando

Socialize| Competitive

What I enjoy the most is spending time outside with my friends, socializing and hanging out.

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Meet Luis

Friendship | Outgoing

I'm trying to launch my own project as a fitness coach and took the opportunity given by DiVERGE to gain additional marketing skills.

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Meet Sara A.

Extroverted| Family

Given how extroverted I am and how much I enjoy having new experiences, I decided to start an education in Tourism and look forward to a career in that industry.  

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Meet Sara Q.

Languages| Movies

Many have told me I have a big heart, and I take pride in being a loyal and supportive friend to those closest to me.

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Meet Diogo

Sneakerhead | Ambitious

I consider myself strong willed, determined and persistent and I always fight to get what I want.

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Meet Martim

Adventurous | Hard worker

My main goal is to find out what my main goal is and then accomplish it.I believe we can all contribute to a better world. It deserves it, and so do we.

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Meet Letícia

Aspiring | Fashionista

My parents are my biggest inspirations and supporters of my dreams and ambitions. For example, I joined this incredible project because of their encouragement. And guess what? I LOVED it!

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Meet Bruno

Simplicity | Strong | Character

I want to be someone my family is proud of but, above all, keep fighting for my future and the things I love.

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Meet Kennedy

Thoughtful | Eager

I wanted something that would reflect who I am, something I would be proud to wear. Since I'm passionate about high-top shoes and black and red are my favorite colors, this style felt perfect.

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Meet Ricky

Thoughtful | Positive

I try to see the good in every bad situation and vice versa. However, I believe that life should have more positivity than negativity and that can be achieved if we choose to be good to one another.

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Meet Mingo

Determined | Confident

I want to keep improving and I challenge everyone to value themselves and the opportunities life gives them.

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Meet Márcia

Peaceful | Romantic

I like to think that I am peaceful, romantic and joyful but I am also a bit fearful and sometimes too naive, as I always tend to just see the good side of people and situations.

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Meet Leandra

Persistence | Focus

I am sociable, like to give back and I am highly involved in my community. I am taking the first steps in entrepreneurship, which is hard but rewarding

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Meet Elias

Strong | Loyal | Dreamer

I have big ambitions for my future and I have long ago decided I want to become someone great.

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Meet Rita

Extroverted | Outgoing

I am outgoing, extroverted and I try to make the best out of life. I believe that everything happens for a reason and being a part of this project strongly reaffirmed my belief.

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Meet Soraia

Demanding | Straightforward | Impartial

I am extroverted and always try to look for the positive things in life. I have also learned that I have to be proactive and work really hard to reach my goals, therefore I put my heart and soul in everything I do.

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Meet Samuel

Partier | Dreamer

Growing up, I used to go to the beach with my friends, diving into the blue sea waves, watching the sunshine in the blue sky and seeing my friends laugh and smile...These memories inspired my sneaker's design.

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Meet Rafa

Persistent | Artist

I learned to face my problems and handle the less positive things in life.

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Meet Roni

Grateful | Loving | Peaceful

I believe everyone has potential and something to add if granted the opportunity and I think one of the most troubling things in the world today is that people get judged and labeled too easily.

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Meet Joana

Dreamer | Enthusiastic

I never wanted to let go of my childhood dreams, which is why I joined this project with a lot of enthusiasm, as it gave me the opportunity to explore a completely different world from what I have been following.

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Meet Daniel

Fighter | Dreamer

I have been able to stay clear from those dangerous paths and dedicated myself to fight for my dreams and goals.

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Meet Chrys

Outgoing | Curious

Ever since I can remember, I have had an outgoing personality: I like to have fun, I am always trying to make new friendships and I love to dance.

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Meet Dário

Special | Generous | Strong

I still dream like a young kid and one of my biggest dreams is to convince the world that everyone can succeed in life if given support and access to opportunities.

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Meet Sofia

Persistent | Focused | Challenger

To make the sneaker stand out, I used a darker shade of lilac. I wanted colours that represent me and that I could wear in my daily life, and I believe I achieved a great result.

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Meet Mónica

Friendly | Funny

I like to think that I am friendly and fun to be around.

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Meet Nuno

Funny | Creative

I am a funny and happy young man that manages to create a good atmosphere where ever I go. I believe life is about growing and evolving.

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Meet Miguel

Lively | Calm

The colours I chose reflect my personality, as I wanted something eye-catching that represents both my lively and introverted sides.

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Meet Eduarda

Impartial | Fashionista

Ever since I was a little girl, I am really into fashion. I have always felt attracted to that universe and I see myself working in the industry at some point.

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Meet Tiago

Humorous | Joyful

I think that, if you asked people around me what I am like, they would probably say that I am joyful, fun and humorous (at least I hope so!)

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Meet Thierry

Strong Willed | Determined

I consider myself strong willed, determined and persistent and I always fight to get what I want.

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