Brazil prides itself on its racial diversity but the data shows a different story. While Brazil has a very diverse population racially, the majority of Brazilians are black or mixed race. However, most Brazilians living in extreme poverty are black. The document explores how race is more than just skin deep and family history and ancestry also contribute to one's race. It encourages embracing Brazil's diversity, especially around Mixed Race Day.

1. Diversity Nation
From Racial Diversity to Racial Inclusion

2. Brazil is proud of its diversity.
It is one of the
most racially diverse nations
in the world.

3. Race is Viewed in Many Ways

4. Brazil Touts its Diversity and Inclusion…
Data Shows a Different Story
The Majority of Brazilians are Black or
Mixed Race
Black or mixed White
Most Brazilians in Extreme Poverty are Black
Black Other
Global Voices

5. Race is More Than Skin Deep
‘What race are you?’
I answered that I was black. He looked me up and down, and then
burst out, ‘But you’re white!’
Irritated, I replied, ‘Mate, I don’t blame you, but I’m going to explain
something to you: I’m the grandson of a black woman, the son of a
black woman, the brother of a black woman, and my great-uncle was
so black that he was practically blue, and now you’re telling me that
I’m white?’
Global Voices

6. Race is …
… more than skin deep.
family
Explore & embrace the diversity that makes Brazil. Mixed Race Day, June 27

7. Race is …
… more than skin deep.
art
Explore & embrace the diversity that makes Brazil. Mixed Race Day, June 27

8. Race is …
… more than skin deep.
diversity
Explore & embrace the diversity that makes Brazil. Mixed Race Day, June 27

9. Photo Credits
Slide 1, 8: News Generation, http://www.newsgeneration.com/2013/04/25/targeting_millennial_group/
Slide 5: Alobos Life, “Happy Boy,” Flickr
Slide 6: Metro.co.uk
Slide 7: A Little World, http://alittleworldblog.blogspot.com/2012/05/brazil-arts-and-crafts-by-sea.html