Description

Explore the complex relationship between civil society and cultural politics in contemporary Brazil with a focus on human rights, grass-roots social movements, art and culture, and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Learn how local advocacy groups and NGOs work to promote and advance grassroots politics, cultural productions and education.

Highlights

The program is based in Salvador (Bahia), with a five-day visit to Rio de Janeiro. Considered the Mecca of Africans in the Diaspora, Salvador has a vibrant Black cultural life. Its streets overflow with street performances by artists and open-air capoeira demonstrations. It also has some of the best-organized and vibrant social movements in the Americas. Against this backdrop, Salvador is an important site of social, political and cultural investigation, as it stands at the cross-section of culture, vibrant grassroots advocacy and contested local politics. On your visit Rio de Janeiro, you will interact with grassroots groups and local activists.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• African-american Studies
• Anthropology
• Political Science/politics

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

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Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

A limited number of tuition grants are available and are awarded on the basis of need.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript