Data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reveals that, in 2023, 28.050 Brazilians obtained the green card – American permanent residence document. It is the largest volume in history and the fourth consecutive record in the last five years. Furthermore, 12 were registered.570 naturalizations of Brazilians in the same year, placing Brazil as the 16th country that received this benefit the most
In light of this scenario of increasing immigration flow to America, a Brazilian entrepreneur created theViva Academydigital platform that wants to be the "Netflix of immigrants", with various videos and interactive content to address the main questions and challenges faced by those looking to establish a new life in the USA
The platform offers content tracks that explain, for example, how can an immigrant buy or rent a house, hire insurance, enroll the children in school, obtain a scholarship, to take out a loan, create a resume in English, get a driver's license and validate your diploma, among other possibilities.
The mission of Viva Academy is to simplify the immigrant's journey, offering a unique methodology based on real case studies and content taught by experts. For a subscription of R$ 1.197 per year, users have access, during this period, a collection with hundreds of videos, about the most varied topics, that together must total 200 hours of content by the end of the year.
Our goal is to make life easier for these immigrants, bringing information, knowledge and security, eliminating the uncertainties surrounding the immigration process. Viva Academy is more than a platform; it is a community that supports and inspires, affirms Angelo Whosoever, founder of Viva Academy
The platform, available on the web and in apps for Android and iOS, is 100% digital, ensuring easy and practical access from anywhere. Monthly, new trails are launched, keeping users always updated. Furthermore, subscribers have access to exclusive discounts on services from partner specialists, how visa consultancies, educational consultancies and psychologists
Weekly, Viva Academy hosts live sessions with specialists to keep users updated on immigration news, allowing immigrants to ask questions in real time.
From theory to practice
The idea of Viva Academy emerged after Whosoever's experience with their immigration process, that took about two years and resulted, in 2024, upon the approval of your Form I-140 – the first step before the final issuance of the green card.
"Throughout my research and talking to other people", I realized that there are a number of bureaucratic and cultural obstacles that need to be overcome beyond the green card. That is why I decided to create a platform that not only guides immigrants during the process, but also helps them to integrate and thrive in the USA even before they leave Brazil.”
With plans to expand the collection to over 500 videos and reach 10,000 registered users by the end of 2025, aViva Academywants to establish itself as the main reference for immigrants seeking not only the green card, but also a full and successful life in the United States
