Sesc São Paulo

SESC - Social Service of Commerce is a private organization supported by entrepreneurs in businesses, tourism and services. Inspired by concepts from the Carta da Paz Social (Letter for Social Peace), it aims to provide well-being and quality of life to professionals working in these industries and their family members. SESC’s initiatives stem from a solid cultural and educational project that has borne the mark of innovation and social transformation since it was established by the business and services community in 1946. 

Throughout its more than 76 years, SESC has been innovating by introducing new models of cultural action and, in the ‘80s, underscored education as a basic tenet for social transformation. It has been fulfilling its purpose through concentrated efforts in the field of culture and its many forms of expression, reaching audiences that span all age groups and social strata. That means not only offering a wide variety of activities, but also making an effective contribution to more long-lasting and meaningful experiences.

Sesc’s network in the state of São Paulo includes more than 40 locations dedicated to culture, sports, health and food, children and youth development, senior citizens and social tourism, among others. The venues feature different architectural styles and influences and were conceived in collaboration with renowned architects, such as Lina Bo Bardi and Paulo Mendes da Rocha, who designed SESC Pompeia and SESC 24 de Maio, respectively.