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Maria da Penha Law
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Brazil Maria da Penha Law 20‑Year Commemoration Expands
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Latest: Brazil commemorates 20 years of Lei Maria da Penha with nationwide events
In late July 2026 the Federal District opened registration for the “Maria da Penha na Escola” hybrid courses, and early August saw seminars, lectures, and a collective volume launch. Officials reported a surge in femicid
Brazil legislative & judicial agenda (Aug 2026)
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Latest: Edson Fachin defends criticism as democratic strength as Brazil's Supreme Court resumes session
The Supreme Federal Court reconvened its plenary on 3 August 2026 as scheduled. President Justice Edson Fachin reiterated that criticism within republican limits strengthens democracy and called for faster case handling,
Brazil gender‑based violence response
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Latest: Brazil's August Lilás Campaign Launches Nationwide Efforts Against Violence Toward Women
From May to August 2026 Brazil saw a surge of high‑profile attacks on women – a machete assault on police in Bahia, an acid attack on a former partner’s ex‑girlfriend, a husband’s rape of his unconscious wife, and a 28‑s