Tag: Afro-Brazilian

Brazilian Grupo Corpo's Umbanda-Inspired "Gira" presentation. Photo by José Luiz Pederneiras

Brazilian Grupo Corpo Brings Its Mesmerizing Dance to the US

In the heart of Brazil, where the rich tapestry of Afro-Brazilian culture weaves together ...

In Rio, Afro-Brazilian faiths are increasingly under attack by evangelicals

Brazilian Evangelical Gangs Go to War Against Afro-Brazilian Faiths, in the Name of God

The expression “evangelical drug trafficker” may sound incongruous, but in the Brazilian city of ...

Black Panther Galvanizes Afro-Brazilians to Take on Segregation

‘Black Panther’ Inspires Afro-Brazilians to Feel Proud of Themselves

Disney-Marvel’s “Black Panther” movie, which has gained traction for its empowering notes on Black ...

Brazilian University Will Fill Half of Its Vacancies with African Students

Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, forwarded to the National Congress a bill ...