About Us
Digital transformation is a maturation process. The pupa stage is when everything reorganizes before a new form emerges. In this scenario, we support individuals and institutions in navigating digital metamorphosis with strategy, guidelines, and responsibility.
We design digital education and team training programs—featuring AI applied to business and information literacy—for companies, schools, and institutions. Each program translates into practical activities, training sessions, and talks connected to the demands of the modern workplace.
An institution associated with UNESCO’s Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy (MIL Alliance) and DCN Global Net, Pupa also serves as a meeting point for journalists, educators, tech professionals, and entrepreneurs—a space for exchanges, creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.
Services
Why Choose Our Services?
Professional Education for Digital Culture
Prepare your organization or educational network to face digital world challenges, driving positive societal impact and boosting brand reputation with partners and sponsors.
Higher Performance with Artificial Intelligence
Develop AI solutions to boost your business through customized strategies, ethical applications, and market trend analysis to drive innovation across your teams.
Organizational
Risk Reduction
Protect your organization against misinformation by embedding data and source verification best practices within your teams, mitigating business risks and preventing financial losses.
Who We Are
Pupa Educação Digital is a strategic consultancy led by José Brito that prepares individuals and organizations for digital culture through learning journeys at the intersection of INFORMATION, EDUCATION, and TECHNOLOGY.
José Brito
- Journalist and founder of Pupa Educação Digital.
- Master’s in Cultural Heritage and Social Projects (FGV), Postgraduate in AI and Data Science for Business (IBMEC), and Documentary Filmmaking (ESPM).
- Teacher at the AI and Digital Education Lab at Colégio MOPI, in Rio de Janeiro.
- Specialist in Artificial Intelligence for learning, focusing on trend analysis, regulatory frameworks, digital skills, and workforce development.
- Began his career as a reporter for Globo Ecologia, served as professor at ESPM-Rio, Communications Manager at Fundação Roberto Marinho, and Director at Canal Futura. Served on the advisory board of Agência LUPA in combating misinformation.
- Volunteer Director at JEDUCA (Brazilian Education Journalists Association).
- Member of the UNESCO Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy (MIL Alliance) and DCN Global (Digital Communication Network).
- His work combines hands-on training with a strategic vision for digital culture.
Alexandre Sayad
- Founder of Idade Mídia and strategic partner at Pupa Educação Digital.
- Journalist, educator, and author. Master’s in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics (PUC-SP) and specialist in digital business (UC Berkeley).
- Ph.D. candidate in Lifelong Learning Policies (UAB/Spain).
- One of Brazil’s leading authorities in media and information literacy.
- Host of the TV show Idade Mídia on Canal Futura.
- UNESCO Consultant and member of the International Council for Media Literacy (IC4ML).
- Writer and affiliated lecturer at the Media Education Lab, keynote speaker working with governments in Brazil and worldwide, with extensive expertise in social mobilization and institutional alignment.
FAQ
About Pupa
What is Pupa Educação Digital?
Pupa Educação Digital is a Brazilian strategic consultancy that prepares individuals and organizations for the challenges of digital culture, focusing on developing digital competencies and workforce training. Our solutions include Media and Information Literacy programs, operational workflow optimization with AI tools, responsible use of digital technologies, combating misinformation, as well as tracking trends and regulatory frameworks across the digital ecosystem. We operate at the intersection of information, education, and technology, serving companies, educational networks, schools, public institutions, cultural organizations, and non-profits.
Why the name “Pupa”?
Pupa is the stage in a life cycle where all energy is focused on metamorphosis. The name reflects our mission: supporting clients through digital evolution journeys, helping organizations mature in their use of technologies and media to reach their best version amid rapid technological acceleration and cultural shifts.
Is Pupa associated with any international institution?
Yes. Pupa is an institution associated with UNESCO’s Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy (MIL Alliance), a network connecting over 400 partners worldwide. The consultancy is also part of DCN Global Net (Digital Communication Network), linked to more than 20,000 media professionals and research efforts within the digital landscape. Additionally, we participate in research groups focusing on AI in education alongside experts from institutes, universities, foundations, and corporate entities.
Which companies and institutions have worked with or partnered with Pupa?
Our clients and partners include Itaipu Binacional, SESI LAB, Colégio MOPI, SENAC-SP, Brasscom, Fundação Roberto Marinho, Agência Lupa, Agência France-Presse, Lamparina Sustentabilidade e Comunicação, Editora Globo, JEDUCA (Brazilian Education Journalists Association), Idade Mídia, and UNESCO’s MIL Alliance.
Pupa Educação Digital Products and Services
Pupa’s projects are built around three main pillars:
1. BRAND CONSULTING
Mapping and strategic planning for digital education positioning. Support in establishing responsible AI usage guidelines. Communication and digital presence strategies for new business ventures and entrepreneurial efforts.
2. WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING
Hands-on workshops for teams using AI tools: Claude, Notion, NotebookLM, Manus, Perplexity, Gemini, and more. Professional reskilling programs centered on digital culture for schools and enterprises. Interactive courses built with methodologies aligned with major national and international debates on media, technology, and learning.
3. KEYNOTES AND TALKS
Practical guidance for schools and families on digital citizenship and Law 15.211/2025. Support in curriculum design and review based on computer science educational standards, ethical AI applications, and pedagogical alignment.
About José Brito
Who is José Brito, founder of Pupa?
José Brito is a journalist, holds a Master’s in Social Sciences (FGV), and completed postgraduate studies in AI and Data Science for Business (IBMEC). Founder of Pupa Educação Digital, he is a professor at Colégio MOPI’s AI and Digital Education Lab and Director at JEDUCA (Brazilian Education Journalists Association).
A specialist in Artificial Intelligence for education, team development, and strategic management for businesses and institutions, he operates at the intersection of Media, Education, and Technology—focusing on trend analysis, workplace skills, and youth employability in digital and information environments.
He began his career as a reporter for Globo Ecologia, served as a professor in the Film and Journalism departments at ESPM-Rio, Communications Manager at Fundação Roberto Marinho, Director at Canal Futura, and Advisory Board Member at Agência Lupa. Speaker in seminar series on the Future of Work addressing over 4,000 youth and educators across ITAIPU Binacional’s Socio-environmental Cooperation Hubs.
Today, his work balances hands-on training with strategic vision: leading AI in learning initiatives, business-applied digital education, and tracking digital ecosystem regulatory frameworks in Brazil and internationally—including debates on digital child protection laws and Ministry of Education (MEC) guidelines for AI in schools to strengthen collaborative networks across business and institutional landscapes.
Member of UNESCO’s Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy and DCN Global (Digital Communication Network).
Speaking engagements and events?
Yes. José Brito is a keynote speaker, event moderator, and author of articles and books on educational media, information management, and digital trends. He has written for O Globo newspaper and Editora Moderna, and participated in leading industry events including the Emmy Awards, Rio Innovation Week, Rio2C, Bett Brasil, Educação Já, EducaWeek, Web Summit, Hotmart Fire, as well as the International Congress of Education Journalism (JEDUCA), the Investigative Journalism Congress (ABRAJI), and Future of Work seminars with Itaipu Binacional.
Services
What services does Pupa offer?
Pupa structures its services across three key verticals: digital education (hands-on workshops and training with AI tools), strategic consulting (institutional positioning across education, media, and technology), and collaborative network integration (connecting clients with strategic partners, sponsors, and events). Deliverables include consultancies, workshops, custom corporate programs, and keynotes.
Does Pupa assist schools in developing AI usage policies?
Yes. Pupa provides strategic consulting for crafting AI policies in schools through multidisciplinary working groups, teacher training, and engagement initiatives involving students and families. A prime example is our work with Colégio MOPI, which led to the creation of their AI and Digital Education Lab and reached over 900 students. Furthermore, Pupa continuously monitors key discussions regarding AI in Education and the Workplace, ensuring compliance with new digital child protection laws and official Ministry of Education (MEC) guidelines for school AI adoption.
Does Pupa provide corporate AI training for business teams?
Yes. Pupa develops hands-on workshops and practical training featuring AI tools such as Claude, Notion, NotebookLM, Manus, Perplexity, and Gemini, alongside upskilling programs centered on digital culture. All training sessions are tailored to client needs and aligned with the competencies demanded by today’s evolving workforce, keeping pace with public policies and skills that offer a competitive edge. Discover the PUPA OS methodology and learn how to chain AI tools together to work seamlessly for your business.
Does Pupa work on combating misinformation?
Yes. Media literacy and anti-misinformation strategies are central pillars at Pupa. We deliver integrated workshops and courses on digital education and information management focused on responsible digital platform usage. The consultancy has delivered journalist training courses for COP 30 coverage in partnership with Agência France-Presse and led environmental educommunication workshops focused on tackling climate misinformation and guiding youth in AI usage across Itaipu Binacional’s Socio-environmental Cooperation Hubs.
Does Pupa offer guidance on digital child and adolescent protection legislation (Law 15.211/2025)?
Yes. Pupa provides actionable guidance for schools and families regarding digital citizenship and online protection under Brazil’s digital child protection laws (Law 15.211/2025)—a key theme across our talks and consulting services. We host workshops and open discussions on rights and responsibilities with students and parents, promoting critical, responsible technology use to foster autonomy, enhance learning, and optimize information management across online platforms.
How to Hire Us
How can I hire Pupa's services?
You can reach Pupa Educação Digital through our website pupaedu.digital, by filling out the PUPA FORMS, emailing contato@pupaedu.digital, or calling +55 (21) 99295-0679. We work with organizations across Brazil and design fully customized projects based on each client’s unique requirements.
Who are Pupa's services designed for?
The quickest way to engage our services is by filling out the PUPA FORMS. In just 2–3 minutes, you can outline your goals and discover the best service package for your needs. We partner with enterprises, schools, educational networks, cultural institutions, public agencies, and non-profits seeking to position themselves and upskill their teams for digital culture, ethical AI usage, and combating misinformation. We are also a trusted resource for professionals pursuing career reskilling and institutions seeking active digital culture dialogue with students through our courses and live sessions.
Can I subscribe to the RADAR PUPA newsletter?
Yes! The RADAR PUPA newsletter is free and an excellent way to stay updated on the latest news, digital culture debates, AI insights, expert interviews, reading recommendations, and more. Delivered weekly (or nearly weekly) via Substack.

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