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Writer's pictureSasha Brown

Afro-Cuban and Brazilian Women in Shaping History: A Timeline of Resilience














Brazilian and Afro-Cuban women have been instrumental in forming the political, social, and cultural environments of their respective countries throughout history. I wanted to shed light on their history because it's important that we understand the history of the ones that paved the way. These women have made a lasting impact on history via their activism for feminism and civil rights as well as their resistance to colonialism and slavery. My timeline examines the value of presenting Afro-Cuban and Brazilian women's accomplishments and contributions in a chronological order, emphasizing their fortitude, leadership, and will to confront injustice and oppression.



I was greatly influenced by our classes learnings about Chica Da Silva, her story said a lot to me about the importance of knowing about the African diaspora. Women who have carried on the tradition of activism and resistance from the late 20th century onward are Beatriz Nascimento and Marta Argerich. The range and depth of Afro-Cuban and Brazilian women's contributions to a variety of fields are exemplified by Beatriz Nascimento's work on Afro-Brazilian history and culture and Marta Argerich's accomplishments as a world-renowned pianist. The chronology of Brazilian and Afro-Cuban women's history emphasizes how important their historical contributions were. These women have been in the vanguard of social change and advancement, fighting against slavery and colonialism and supporting feminism, civil rights, and cultural heritage. Future generations are inspired by their tenacity and initiative, which reminds us of the value of acknowledging and appreciating the variety of perspectives and experiences of Afro-descendant women in shaping history.










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