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Even in poverty, it’s easier being white: Study finds that the salary of poor whites is 46% higher than that of poor blacks

December 4, 2018 Marques Travae 1

Study finds that the salary of poor whites is 46% higher than that of poor blacks According to research by the NGO Oxfam, socioeconomic inequalities […]

What is the real reason for the imprisonment of former President Lula da Silva? According to sociologist, hatred of the poor and policies lifting Brazilians out of poverty

April 10, 2018 Marques Travae 4

Note from BW of Brazil: I must say, the past few years have seemed like a modern witch hunt. However one feels about embattled former […]

From poverty and going through stints of hunger, chemist Joana D’Arc de Souza did post-doctorate studies at Harvard and has 15 patents registered

October 5, 2017 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: And one more “hidden figure”! Back in March, I posted a story influenced by the popular American film that asked, “Where are […]

From poverty and going through stints of hunger, chemist Joana D’Arc de Souza did post-doctorate studies at Harvard and has 15 patents registered

October 4, 2017 Marques Travae 1

Note from BW of Brazil: And one more “hidden figure”! Back in March, I posted a story influenced by the popular American film that asked, […]

Poverty to millionaire businesswoman: From washing dishes to earning $93 million in one year – Meet Jane Muniz, co-founder and president of Eyebrow Spa

May 3, 2017 Marques Travae 2

Note from BW of Brazil: It’s always wonderful to be able to share stories such as the one I’m presenting today. Similar to yesterday’s profile […]

“I want to stop being the exception”: Seven Afro-Brazilians share how they overcame poverty, racial prejudice & sexism to become leaders in their fields

September 15, 2016 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: In our ongoing goal of presenting a more balanced portrait of the situation of black Brazilians, particularly black women, today […]

Overcoming racism, poverty and low self-esteem, former cleaning woman Luana Tolentino becomes a teacher and now positively affects the lives of students with her unique teaching style

August 7, 2015 Marques Travae 1

Note from BW of Brazil: It’s always great to read stories of people finding ways to overcome adversity, excel in life and do exactly what […]

75% of quilombolas, descendants of runaway slave societies, live in extreme poverty

September 15, 2014 Marques Travae 0

Note from BW of Brazil: The history of quilombos in Brazil is an important part of the history of black resistance within a racist society. […]

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 […]

Overcoming the odds, poverty and racism, Emanuela de Paula becomes one of the top black models in the world.

April 3, 2012 Marques Travae 2

The model Emanuela de Paula, that earned US$2.5 million in 2009, left behind the days when she didn’t have enough money for bus tickets. But […]

Overcoming the odds, poverty and racism, Emanuela de Paula becomes one of the top black models in the world.

April 3, 2012 Marques Travae 1

The model Emanuela de Paula, that earned US$2.5 million in 2009, left behind the days when she didn’t have enough money for bus tickets. But […]

“Get out, monkey!’’: In São Paulo, comedian-musician Eddy Jr. leaves his apartment after racist attack; incident triggers protest in front of apartment

October 26, 2022 Marques Travae 1

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 […]

Still treating black people like slaves: Young man seen handcuffed and dragged in street tied to back of police motorcycle

December 15, 2021 Marques Travae 1

Note from BBT: By now, for black Brazilians, this story is old news of a familiar situation. A young black male being humiliated by police […]

When white Brazilian women discover that their whiteness doesn’t mobilize privileges in Europe

November 2, 2021 Marques Travae 0

Note from BBT: I have been fascinated with the concept of racial classification and identity going all the back to my childhood. Thinking back to […]

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Even in poverty, it’s easier being white: Study finds that the salary of poor whites is 46% higher than that of poor blacks

What is the real reason for the imprisonment of former President Lula da Silva? According to sociologist, hatred of the poor and policies lifting Brazilians out of poverty

From poverty and going through stints of hunger, chemist Joana D’Arc de Souza did post-doctorate studies at Harvard and has 15 patents registered

From poverty and going through stints of hunger, chemist Joana D’Arc de Souza did post-doctorate studies at Harvard and has 15 patents registered

Poverty to millionaire businesswoman: From washing dishes to earning $93 million in one year – Meet Jane Muniz, co-founder and president of Eyebrow Spa

“I want to stop being the exception”: Seven Afro-Brazilians share how they overcame poverty, racial prejudice & sexism to become leaders in their fields

Overcoming racism, poverty and low self-esteem, former cleaning woman Luana Tolentino becomes a teacher and now positively affects the lives of students with her unique teaching style

75% of quilombolas, descendants of runaway slave societies, live in extreme poverty

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

Overcoming the odds, poverty and racism, Emanuela de Paula becomes one of the top black models in the world.

Overcoming the odds, poverty and racism, Emanuela de Paula becomes one of the top black models in the world.

Still treating black people like slaves: Young man seen handcuffed and dragged in street tied to back of police motorcycle

When white Brazilian women discover that their whiteness doesn’t mobilize privileges in Europe

‘Marias Chuteiras’: Brazil’s ‘soccer gold diggers’ are mostly interested in top soccer players; relationships lead to tens of thousands in monthly child support

Why do many foreigners see Brazilian women as sexual objects?

Black children are dressed as slaves in Independence Day civic parade in Paraná state in southern Brazil

‘’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

Black men and black women are loving each other: How Afrocentric relationships reverberate with processes of self-affirmation of black cultural identity

In 2022, the World Cup starts on Black Consciousness Day and revives memory of the anti-racist struggle in Brazil

‘Marias Chuteiras’: Brazil’s ‘soccer gold diggers’ are mostly interested in top soccer players; relationships lead to tens of thousands in monthly child support

Once excluded from Brazil’s soccer fields, black players are now regularly the majority on the country’s World Cup team

Singer Anitta is a superstar, but for some, she is a terrible example with which to educate girls but that modern women feminists turn a blind eye

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

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

White couples, mixed couples and gay couples, but why did Brazilian advertisers ignore black couples on Brazil’s Valentine’s Day?

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

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