Brazil and the Transnational Human Rights Movement, 1964-1985

Brazil and the Transnational Human Rights Movement,1964–1985,examined how support for Brazil helped the 1970s worldwide human rights movement. Protests, petitions, posters, and cultural, artistic, and media-based initiatives spread the word about human rights and persuaded the international community to oppose the military government. Exile networks, Catholic activists, journalists, and academics in Brazil and Western Europe challenged conventional human rights stories.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 07 February 2023
Publisher: Anthem Press

Brazil and the Transnational Human Rights Movement, 1964-1985: A Solidarity for Change

The study delves into the profound impact of solidarity for Brazil on the global human rights movement of the 1970s. Through a myriad of protests, petitions, posters, and diverse cultural, artistic, and media-based campaigns, the support for Brazil not only raised awareness about human rights issues but also galvanized the international community to join forces in opposing the country's military regime.

Moreover, solidarity for Brazil played a crucial role in reshaping the discourse on human rights itself. It expanded the concept beyond the traditional focus on the violation of fundamental individual rights, such as torture and political imprisonment, to encompass social and economic rights, inequality, indigenous minorities, and the human rights responsibilities of multinational companies and development projects. This expansion was made possible by the collaborative efforts of numerous networks of exiles, Catholic activists, journalists, and academics situated between Brazil and Western Europe. These individuals drew upon the rich experiences of Latin America to challenge mainstream narratives of human rights from below, advocating for a more inclusive and equitable approach to the protection and promotion of human rights worldwide.

The study highlights the powerful synergy between Brazil and the international human rights movement, emphasizing the role of grassroots activism, cultural expression, and intellectual exchange in driving social and political change. It sheds light on the challenges faced by activists and advocates during this period, including the repression and persecution they faced from the Brazilian government and the need for solidarity and support from the global community.

Through its comprehensive analysis, Brazil and the Transnational Human Rights Movement, 1964-1985: A Solidarity for Change offers valuable insights into the historical roots of contemporary human rights struggles and the ongoing fight for justice and equality across the globe. It serves as a reminder of the importance of solidarity, collaboration, and the pursuit of a more inclusive and just world for all.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 236 x 160 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839985508