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Month: October 2013

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Photos and research reveal the everyday childhood of black children in pre-abolition Brazil

October 30, 2013 Marques Travae 5

Note from BW of Brazil: The era of slavery in the Americas conjure up various images and feelings, particularly for those of African descent. Brazil […]

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Long-time actress Zezé Motta is competing for ‘Best Supporting Actress’ in Brazil’s most prestigious movie awards

October 30, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: Actress/singer Zezé Motta has long represented for black Brazilian women on the big and small screen. A veteran actress with […]

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TV network tourism show will feature Brazilian television’s only black host couple

October 29, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: One of the ongoing themes of this blog is the lack of visibility of black women and Afro-Brazilians in general […]

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It’s easier to deal with racism in Germany than in Brazil; this is one black Brazilian woman’s conclusion after having lived in both societies

October 28, 2013 Marques Travae 4

Note from BW of Brazil: Comparisons in terms of the race issue and the cross cultural exchanges and experiences of people are very fruitful, as […]

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Study shows a 15% increase in the number of blacks living in extreme poverty

October 26, 2013 Marques Travae 1

Note from BW of Brazil: Anyone who has studied sociology or statistics knows that stats and numbers on various topics can be twisted or presented […]

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Advertising and race: “Their fear is that white women won’t buy a product if the girl in the ad is black.”

October 24, 2013 Marques Travae 3

Note from BW of Brazil: Today’s piece is actually a follow up to an important piece of research featured here a few weeks back. The […]

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Black woman will assume presidency of Brazil’s oldest political party

October 23, 2013 Marques Travae 10

Note from BW of Brazil: Although various reports on this blog has provided ample evidence that black women often come in last on the totem […]

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Aversion to black hair continues: soap opera writer will cut hair of black character after viewer criticism

October 20, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: The intolerance against natural, kinky/curly black hair in Brazilian society has been a very popular topic on this blog and […]

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“Are we Africans? New strategies for African Ancestry in Brazil and Latin America” seminar: building stronger ties between Africa and its descendants

October 19, 2013 Marques Travae 1

Note from BW of Brazil: The world owes an enormous debt to the continent of Africa. From its vast amounts of resources that are vital […]

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Pink October (Outubro Rosa): Addressing the unequal access of black women to breast care exams

October 19, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: In our continuing coverage of health and health care inequalities in Brazil, the following report highlights the differences as specifically […]

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Brazil’s Truth Commission apologizes for persecution and torture of Japanese immigrants during World War II

October 18, 2013 Marques Travae 4

Note from BW of Brazil:  Although the focus of this blog is exposing the experiences, triumphs and challenges of black Brazilian women and black Brazilians […]

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Racism: Black man refused the purchase of bottle of water; watches as white man buys with no problem

October 17, 2013 Marques Travae 1

Note from BW of Brazil: This story is actually from back in July but describes how a black Brazilian can face discrimination even in the […]

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Tight body of Brazilian athlete Lucimar Silvestre inspires Kardashian sister to go to the gym

October 15, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: In the past, the BW of Brazil blog has covered triumphs, disappointments, stories and photos of Brazilian athletes. For example, […]

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Racial inequality in Brazil: a look at how race/color affects women in terms of health care

October 15, 2013 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: The questions of health and health care (along with income and education) are but two of the areas in which […]

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  • “Foreigners think that Brazil is black and mulata; but there are blonds too!” Comments of popular TV host from the 90s show concern with country’s image

    Note from BBT: Several days ago, Brazil’s online black community expressed its discomfort, rejection and repudiation of the thoughts of one of the country’s richest […]

  • “Will the baby be born light?”: Like Meghan Markle, black Brazilian mothers have heard this question

    Note from BBT: When I read the comments made by Meghan Markle a few days ago in an interview with Oprah Winfrey, all I could […]

  • Black representativeness in the field of health: Once a rarity to see a black doctor, these professionals are making history in their fields

    Black consciousness: black representativeness in health By Thays Moura and Black Brazil Today In Brazil, November 20th is a very important date as is the […]

  • After experiencing traumas in sessions with white therapists, more black Brazilians seek psychologists of the same color

    Note from BBT: This is a topic I can relate to very well, even never having brought up the topic of race with a white […]

  • “White girls never look at me!” How one participant’s desire to swirl on popular reality show raises questions about the self-esteem of black men

    “White girls never look at me!” Recent incident on Big Brother Brasil reality show raises questions about the self-esteem of black men By Marques Travae […]

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On April 7th, one of Brazil’s most beloved humorists, Mussum, would have turned 80; musician’s life and career symbolize changing attitudes on race in Brazil

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In a period of two weeks, three well-known Afro-Brazilian entertainers die from Covid-19; country continues to set record numbers with deadly second wave

April 5, 2021 1

Guinea pigs? Popular TV host Xuxa suggests prisoners be used to test vaccines instead of animals; Brazil’s prison population is nearly 2/3 black and brown

April 1, 2021 2

‘Executive Order’ is being hyped as best Brazilian film since City of God; plot surrounds Brazilian government attempting to deport blacks back to Africa

March 25, 2021 3

March 22: The birthday of Jorge Ben, the guitarist who revolutionized Brazilian music mixing Samba, Bossa Nova and Soul with lyrics that celebrated blackness

March 24, 2021 0
  • With “This is My Color” campaign and commercial, Avon launches makeup products to meet needs of wide range of black skin tones

    Note from BBT: It’s been 20 years and it’s the same story. There’s an old saying that says that, the more things change, the more […]

  • Ten Black Brazilians included on 2020 MIPAD | Black Brazil Today

    Ten Black Brazilians included on 2020 MIPAD | Black Brazil Today

    Note from BBT: Black Brazilians have been regularly featured on the Most Influential People of African Descent list for the past few years and 2020 […]

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    Bombril scouring pad “Krespinha” Stereotypes Associate Product

    Bombril scouring pad “Krespinha” Stereotypes Associate Product Note from BW of Brazil: So, here we go again. I’ve said it before, sometimes I really do […]

  • Brazilian Governmental Campaign for Economic Recovery

    Brazilian Governmental Campaign for Economic Recovery

    Brazilian Governmental Campaign for Economic Recovery Note from BW of Brazil: OK, I know this story actually made headlines two weeks ago, but as a […]

  • Brazils advertising industry Continues to Value Whiteness

    Brazil’s advertising industry Continues to Value Whiteness

    Brazil’s advertising industry Continues to Value Whiteness Note from BW of Brazil: Last month, on December 24th, made 20 years since I developed an interest […]

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Marques Travae. For more on the creator and editor of BLACK WOMEN OF BRAZIL, see the interview here: http://wp.me/p1XDuf-eaE

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