In Brazil, the lasting effect of colonization and slavery can be seen in a myriad of ways. Brazil has described itself as a racial democracy, however, Afro-Brazilians in the country continuously face discrimination and systematic racism due to their appearance. Brazil was the last country to officially abolish slavery in 1888. This perplexing and extensive history created a social system in which racism is embedded in the language, the culture, and the everyday interactions of Brazilian life.
According to the 1991 census, 48 percent of the total population in Brazil is of African ancestry. The association of being black with negativity is seen everywhere. However, only 6 percent of Afro Brazilians are enrolled in universities. Access to education …show more content…
Brazil cannot develop as a country without focusing on diminishing the extensive inequality gap. These large inequalities affecting the lives of Brazilian citizens every day and preventing the potential prosperity of the people. It is also important to study the language and the culture to be able to understand the expansive differences between the idea of race in the United States and in Brazil. There is a sliding scale interpretation of race, and it’s different depending on each individual. In the United States, there is a one drop rule which distinguishes races. However, this is not a precedent in Brazil.
Understanding the complexities of race in Brazil and how it differs from the United States is important due to the personal interaction between diplomats from the United States and from Brazil. It is essential for the inequality gap to dimish so that the trade between the US and Brazil can …show more content…
I saw inequality first-hand from the people who lived in Copacabana compared to those who lived in the favelas on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. The individuals who were consistently ignored by the government erected neighborhoods on the side of hills. Here there is a lack of safe plumbing, electricity, or mail service. These dichotomous conditions are amplified for the Afro Brazilians of the country.
The Portuguese language is one of the essential communication tools for solving issues of inequality in Brazil. Although Brazil is a vast country, a majority of its population speaks Portuguese. Unity comes from the language since it allows different organizations to advocate for people. Moreover, it gives the forgotten an ability to communicate their issues. By learning the language and participating in the culture, I am enabling myself to become a future leader who can assure effective communication.
When studying a language, it is unfair to purely study the mechanics of the language. Language is not formed in a vacuum, it is influenced by the history and culture of the people who form it. After taking two semesters of Portuguese, I studied abroad in Brazil for 3 weeks. In these weeks I studied the culture and the social problems that should be eradicated. I’m determined to help with this initiative by applying for the U.S. Department of State Student Internship
According to the 1991 census, 48 percent of the total population in Brazil is of African ancestry. The association of being black with negativity is seen everywhere. However, only 6 percent of Afro Brazilians are enrolled in universities. Access to education …show more content…
Brazil cannot develop as a country without focusing on diminishing the extensive inequality gap. These large inequalities affecting the lives of Brazilian citizens every day and preventing the potential prosperity of the people. It is also important to study the language and the culture to be able to understand the expansive differences between the idea of race in the United States and in Brazil. There is a sliding scale interpretation of race, and it’s different depending on each individual. In the United States, there is a one drop rule which distinguishes races. However, this is not a precedent in Brazil.
Understanding the complexities of race in Brazil and how it differs from the United States is important due to the personal interaction between diplomats from the United States and from Brazil. It is essential for the inequality gap to dimish so that the trade between the US and Brazil can …show more content…
I saw inequality first-hand from the people who lived in Copacabana compared to those who lived in the favelas on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. The individuals who were consistently ignored by the government erected neighborhoods on the side of hills. Here there is a lack of safe plumbing, electricity, or mail service. These dichotomous conditions are amplified for the Afro Brazilians of the country.
The Portuguese language is one of the essential communication tools for solving issues of inequality in Brazil. Although Brazil is a vast country, a majority of its population speaks Portuguese. Unity comes from the language since it allows different organizations to advocate for people. Moreover, it gives the forgotten an ability to communicate their issues. By learning the language and participating in the culture, I am enabling myself to become a future leader who can assure effective communication.
When studying a language, it is unfair to purely study the mechanics of the language. Language is not formed in a vacuum, it is influenced by the history and culture of the people who form it. After taking two semesters of Portuguese, I studied abroad in Brazil for 3 weeks. In these weeks I studied the culture and the social problems that should be eradicated. I’m determined to help with this initiative by applying for the U.S. Department of State Student Internship