Stop killing us: Police violence motivates protest in Rio de Janeiro
Note from BW of Brazil: Stop Killing Us. Three words that attract attention and get right to the point. It is a phrase that’s been […]
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On January 25, 1835, a group of black Muslims known as the Malês led one of the most infamous uprisings against slavery and religious intolerance in Bahia
Note from BBT: In the last few posts, I have discussed the date of January 21st, which in Brazil is recognized as a national day […]
Nothing new: In Brazil, supermarkets and businesses have a history of aggression against black customers
Note from BBT: The murder of João Alberto Silveira Freitas by security forces at a Carrefour supercenter on November 19th, the night before the national […]
Depicting Jesus: Mary and Joseph as Black Men and Women
Depicting Jesus: Mary and Joseph as Black Men and Women Mangueira and Grande Rio stand out with black Jesus and defense of Candomblé By Marques […]
Month of Black Consciousness in Brazil | November | Black Brazil
With November being the Month of Black Consciousness in Brazil, recently released study provides insight into the most pressing issues of the black population By […]
A plea from the killing fields of black bodies in Brazil
A plea from the killing fields of black bodies in Brazil Note from BW of Brazil: The question remains: How many more young black people must […]
Security Guard Suspected of Whipping and Torturing Black Teen
Security Guard Suspected of Whipping and Torturing Black Teen Note from BW of Brazil: So many questions about this case. A few days ago, I […]
License to kill blacks: Black leaders meet Senate President to discuss bill
License to kill blacks: Black leaders meet Senate President to discuss the bill Note from BW of Brazil: I knew it, I knew it, I […]
Army Takes 80 Shots at Family Car in Rio and kills Musician
Army Takes 80 Shots at Family Car in Rio and kills Musician Note from BW of Brazil: You know, after several years of having to […]
Racism is cruel: 80% black Salvador, Bahia, where mall security tries to stop a man from buying a black child a meal and a black actor is shot by police
Note from BW of Brazil: Salvador, Bahia. Visits to that city always bring back pleasant memories. It was the first city that I ever visited in […]
“Since when are blacks people? I didn’t see any slave women at your value”: Photographer is target of various racist insults through WhatsApp application
Note from BW of Brazil: In recent times, this blog has focused specifically on many outrageously racist acts as main stories, but every now and […]
Tens of thousands take to the streets in several capital cities throughout Brazil in protests and memory of slain councilwoman Marielle Franco
Note from BW of Brazil: The shock, outrage and profound sadness can still be felt throughout the entire nation. In scenes reminiscent of the multitudes […]
After begging for spare change, 13-year old chased & dragged by restaurant security; witness says punch causes teen’s death – investigation flawed
Note from BW of Brazil: Needless to say, stories such the one being presented today are heartbreaking and usually totally unnecessary. The story of 13-year […]
On the 52nd anniversary of his death, rappers discuss the importance of Malcolm X to Brazilian Hip Hop
Note from BW of Brazil: Last week, on February 21st, millions around the world commemorated the 52nd anniversary of the legendary human/civil rights activist Malcolm […]
