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Maria da Penha
Featured in 12 tracked stories · first seen
Situations
Brazil 2027 Carnival preparations
23 clusters · 53 sources · last updated
Latest: São Paulo Samba Schools Prepare for 2027 Carnival
Preparations for the 2027 Carnival season continue across Brazil as samba schools reveal themes, select muses, and conduct musical competitions. In Rio de Janeiro, the Special Group selection cycle is underway. Major ins
Brazil expands response to gender-based violence
190 clusters · 717 sources · last updated
Latest: Mauá launches lecture series to prevent violence against women
As Brazil marks the 20th anniversary of the Maria da Penha Law, the nation is facing a surge in gender-based violence. In 2025, Brazil recorded 1,571 femicides, and 2026 has seen a rise in protective orders, with nearly
Domestic violence and violent crime incidents in Brazil
19 clusters · 248 sources · last updated
Latest: Brazil legislative efforts address rising femicide rates
The surge in domestic violence and violent crime in Brazil has continued through late 2026, accompanied by new legislative and administrative efforts to support victims. In September 2026, the Secretary of Public Securit