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RUNNING FOR A GOOD CAUSE On March 10, through the Healthy Lifestyle Program, Odebrecht in Argentina participated in the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Run for Education, an event which attracted 9,000 people to the forested area of the neighborhood of Palermo, in Buenos Aires. Members from all the contracts in the countries gathered for the initiative. Some beat their own goals and others maintained their best running time. “My wife and I found the action to be different than the others, more familyoriented and fun,” said Fernando Resende, Health, Workplace Safety and Environment Manager at the CRC Project. “For us, it was important to take advantage of the moment, breathe in the fresh air and practice sports while contributing toward UNICEF’s work,” he said. For Martín Merlos, Young Partner in Infrastructure, it was a good opportunity for interaction with other professionals. “We integrate more for a good cause,” said Merlos.

The Members from Odebrecht in Argentina and their families were able to participate in two running circuits, ranging from 3 to 10-km courses

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