Black Women of Brazil

The site dedicated to Brazilian women of African descent

In its 10th edition, the Troféu Raça Negra, Brazil’s Essence Awards, honors Bernice King, daughter of MLK and Afro-Brazilians who shined in 2012


Troféu Raça Negra 2012 winners Cacau Protásio, Jean Paulo Campos, Renato Sorriso, Carlinhos Brown, Glória Maria and Bernice King On Monday night, November 19th, the day before Brazil’s National Day of Black … Continue reading

November 21, 2012 · 2 Comments

Simone Diniz: Brazil’s "would be Rosa Parks", the Brazilian state and the suppression of black rights


Simone André Diniz In revisiting this casethat actually began 15 years ago this month, I highlight the fact that when court casesbring justice to anyone whose rights have been violated, … Continue reading

March 8, 2012 · 1 Comment

Simone Diniz: Brazil’s "would be Rosa Parks", the Brazilian state and the suppression of black rights


Simone André Diniz In revisiting this case that actually began 15 years ago this month, I highlight the fact that when court cases bring justice to anyone whose rights have … Continue reading

March 8, 2012 · 1 Comment
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