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Racism in Brazil is neither a behavioral deviation nor a problem limited to interpersonal relations. It structures the State, the market, public policies, and the distribution of rights. Confronting it requires deep political, economic, and symbolic shifts. In 2026, effectively confronting racism requires: Recognizing racism as a structuring force of society Racism determines who has access to rights, who is protected by the State, and who remains exposed to violence and prec

Hello, 2026! 2025 was a year of struggle, transformation, and achievement. May there be more to come. The year began with the development of a feminist and anti-racist storytelling methodology, built collectively by professionals from different countries across the ActionAid federation, in Johannesburg. A collective, in-depth, and strategic process that placed narrative at the service of social justice. Still in the first half of the year, I took part in the 4th session of th

To march is to dream in motion.In 2015, more than 100,000 Black women marched to Brasília against racism, violence, and for Bem Viver  (Well-being).They didn’t ask for space, they occupied it.They didn’t ask for a voice, they made themselves heard. The Black Women’s March was, and continues to be, a historic milestone in the leadership of Black Brazilian women, a living expression of struggle, spirituality, and collective dreaming. In 2025, this call is renewed.To march is

Talking about education is, above all, unfortunately, talking about inequality.And if education is recognized as a human right, we must remember: rights only exist when there is investment, commitment, and courage to confront the structures that insist on denying the obvious — that Black, Indigenous, and marginalized lives matter. During the United Nations Social Forum in Geneva, I took part in two debates that deeply moved me last week, on October 30 and 31. In the first, “T

Who is Ana Paula Brandão? [Português abaixo] Ana Paula Brandão is a recognized leader in the social field, whose journey combines humanity, knowledge, and a strong commitment to collective transformation. Stability and loyalty to the institutions where she works mark her trajectory and reflect her dedication to structural causes. With solid experience in the production and dissemination of knowledge, Ana Paula stands out for her ability to translate complex information into a

In the coming days, I will be in Geneva for the third time, now to take part in the United Nations Social Forum , one of the main global spaces for dialogue on human rights, social justice, and democracy. Representing ActionAid Brazil  at this forum is always an honor and an opportunity to learn. With each new edition, I am reminded that the work for equity is built through encounters, listening, and collective action. This year, I will have the joy of participating in two si

I’m in London, where I represented ActionAid Brazil at the exhibition Women by Women: Rooted in Resistance , organized by ActionAid UK at the Oxo Gallery. The exhibition presented powerful stories of women defending their territories, communities, and futures from destruction. Among them are the babaçu coconut breakers from Maranhão  — quilombola women who turn resistance into livelihood and tradition. It was deeply moving to see Brazil among the protagonists of this edition.

In light of the current context—including the ongoing discussion in the Senate about Bill 1,168 of 2024, which proposes that the crime of...

International Day of Democracy, September 15 , in addition to its international relevance, holds profound meaning in the Brazilian...

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Decolonialism emerged as a critical response to the Eurocentric narratives that shaped the modern world, questioning the ways in which...

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Climate justice is a concept that goes beyond simply understanding environmental and climatic impacts by integrating issues of social,...

In July 2025, Brazil once again put a full plate on the table—not only in quantity, but in dignity and hope. The country’s removal from...