Natural black hair and the politics of "good appearance" in Brazil
Whenever the topic is the existence of racism in Brazil, usually there are a few consistent reactions. 1) Some Brazilians will consistently claim the belief […]
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Natural black hair and the politics of "good appearance" in Brazil
Whenever the topic is the existence of racism in Brazil, usually there are a few consistent reactions. 1) Some Brazilians will consistently claim the belief that […]
In new video, singer Mallu Magalhães is accused of racism and white privilege after employing numerous stereotypes in the appearance of her black dancers
Note from BW of Brazil: Sometimes I wonder how it is that things that happen in one country seem to sometimes happen in other countries. […]
“A white man running is an athlete, a black man running is a thief”: A good criminal is a white criminal – The influence of race in media depictions
Note from BW of Brazil: A few days ago we brought you the story of a white former model whose once promising life descended into […]
“Where is Amarildo?” 3-week disappearance of black bricklayer after police arrest in Rio garners international support
Note from BW of Brazil: The following story has actually been developing and gaining steam for the past few weeks. A poor, 42-year old (some […]
“Get out, monkey!’’: In São Paulo, comedian-musician Eddy Jr. leaves his apartment after racist attack; incident triggers protest in front of apartment
Note from BBT: To begin today’s story, I will request that you file this one in the ‘Brazilians aren’t racists’ folder. You’ll see why in […]
Juliana Nalú continues to be one of the great Brazilian models abroad; now being featured in brands of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, she is destined to become a top model
Note from BBT: You know, I always have to applaud Brazilians who manage to make it to the big time. I mean, as hard as […]
‘I learned to use art to create safe spaces for black women’, says DJ Afreekassia
Note from BBT: The roles of the arts and social media cannot be underestimated in the rise of Afro-Brazilian identity politics, particularly in the 21st […]
Raça Brasil, Brazil’s longest-running magazine targeting the Afro-Brazilian population, celebrates 25 years
Note from BBT: Reaching twenty-five years is always an accomplishment, whether we’re talking about a marriage, some record-breaking sports feat or a business. Twenty-five years […]
The loneliness of black men who, alone, meet death
Note from BBT: When I came across this piece by the photographer and social influencer Roger Cipó, from the title alone, I knew needed to […]
Rebeca Andrade wins gold in the vault and becomes the 1st Brazilian woman to be an Olympic champion in gymnastics
Rebeca Andrade wins gold in the vault and becomes the 1st Brazilian woman to be an Olympic champion in gymnastics By Marques Travae She’s gold. […]
‘’Yes, interracial love does exist, but some black people also use white people as a social passport, to feel more accepted’’, according to social influencer
Note from BBT: You know I have to go here every now and then, so when I haven’t talked about it in a while, you can […]
“Just showing concern will not solve the problem’’, says Ricardo Silvestre, of Black Influence agency on advertisers’ interest in the black community
Note from BBT: I’m not a person that can’t recognize positive changes when I see them, I just tend to look a little closer into […]
Mariah Nala: Meet the talented singer with the angelic voice that captured the hearts of Brazilians with her rendition of Beyoncé’s “Pretty Hurts”
Note from BBT: It’s happened numerous times over my time posting material to this blog that I set out to do a particular article and, […]
