Helena Theodoro reveals how African values—especially those rooted in the Nago tradition—shape ways of thinking, living, and interpreting the world, highlighting concepts such as axé, ancestry, myth, and ritual
The Mumuíla women, whose knowledge has been passed down from generation to generation, show us that nature is an ally of feminine identity and beauty. Special attention is given to the complete production process of Munpeke oil.
The exhibition “Caminhos de Ciata – Legacy and Memory of Tia Ciata” celebrates the 19th anniversary of the Remanescentes de Tia Ciata Organization (ORTC) and reaffirms the venue’s status as a leading center for Afro-Brazilian memory and culture in the Pequena África region
Once a month, the Dejavu Session brings together lovers of jazz, instrumental music, and great sound for an intimate, sophisticated, and energetic gathering at Casa Savana
An evening of celebration, reflection, and appreciation of Afro-Brazilian culture, featuring discussions on Candeia’s legacy, the power of samba as a vehicle for collective consciousness, and the importance of Black memory in shaping the country’s history.
The panel on Music Documentaries brought together Dom Filó, Emílio Domingos, and Juliana Vicente to highlight the role of music documentaries in preserving the memory of Brazilian Black culture
In the heart of Little Africa, the launch of the Pactuá Rio Institute brought together leaders committed to strengthening the Black presence in decision-making circles and expanding opportunities for the future.
The film tells the story of RENAFRO and how a network created by terreiro peoples has become one of the most important references in the defense of health, citizenship and human rights in Brazil.
The movement, known for occupying public spaces with lots of Black Music and Afro-entrepreneurship, held its main celebration at Praça da Pira Olímpica (outside the CCBB), in downtown Rio
