Online debate looks at slavery in Brazil
During the event, excerpts from the recent book “Slave Revolts in Brazil” will be discussed, related to various revolts, from Palmares in the 17th century.
Fundação Getulio Vargas’ Sao Paulo School of Economics (FGV EESP) will hold a webinar on November 12, at 4 pm, on FGV’s YouTube channel, about “Slave Revolts in Brazil.” During the event, excerpts from the recent book “Slave Revolts in Brazil” will be discussed, related to various revolts, from Palmares in the 17th century to uprisings that occurred in multiple parts of the Empire in the 19th century. Current debate on slavery in Brazil will also be explored.
The speakers will be Flávio dos Santos Gomes (history, UFRJ, postdoctoral internship at CEAS-FGV EESP); João José Reis (history, UFBA); Luiz Felipe de Alencastro (CEAS-FGV EESP); Thaynah Gutierrez, (FGV EASP and FGV November 20 Black Collective); and Thiago Amparo, (FGV Sao Paulo Law School, postdoctoral internship at New York University).
To take part, please sign up here.
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