Várzea Grande Hosts 5th "Seminário das Pretas" for Black Women's Dialogue
The 5th "Seminário das Pretas" (Seminar of Black Women) will take place on Saturday, February 25th, from 8 AM to 12 PM at the Orla da Alameda Cultural Center in Várzea Grande, a metropolitan area of Cuiabá. Organized by the Forum of Black Women of Mato Grosso, this year's seminar is themed "Ancestrality and Future: The Protagonism of Black Women in Building a Just Society." Attendance is free and open to the public.
The event aims to bring together Black women from various generations to engage in discussions on topics such as ancestry, resistance, political participation, representation, and the development of public policies. Complementing the discussions, the "Feira EcoPretas" will showcase Black women entrepreneurs specializing in Afro-Brazilian gastronomy, family farming, crafts, fashion, accessories, and the creative economy.
The seminar also serves to commemorate the Day of Latin American and Caribbean Black Women and the National Day of Tereza de Benguela and Black Women.
This seminar highlights the ongoing efforts by Black women's organizations in Brazil to foster dialogue and collective action around issues of identity, historical legacy, and civic engagement. By convening discussions on ancestrality and public policy, the event addresses systemic challenges and seeks to empower participants to shape a more equitable society. The inclusion of an entrepreneurial fair further underscores a multi-faceted approach, linking cultural affirmation with economic development. Future initiatives could explore how to institutionalize these grassroots dialogues into more impactful policy advocacy and sustainable economic models, ensuring long-term progress in representation and social justice.
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