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April 31-May 5, 2025

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See How Afro-Brazilians and African Immigrants Create Community in a White World

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Dive into one of the world’s largest cities, and explore it through the lens of Blackness in an urban setting.

 

Discover the places of refuge and community that AfroBrazilians and African immigrants have created for safety, affection, and survival.

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Attend Feira Preta, one of the largest and most significant black cultural fairs in Latin. This 20 year old homegrown festival celebrates Black Brazilian heritage and focuses on Black economic empowerment.

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Learn Hidden History

Engage with local historians and cultural gatekeepers to learn the stories you wouldn't hear anywhere else.

 

The Black Brazilian stories of innovation, survival, and joy.

Discover the Spiritual​

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Come to Salvador to pay homage to the goddess of the sea amidst the lively festivities of the annual Festa de Iemanja.

 

You'll be guided in sacred rituals such as a spiritual reading, herbal bath, and private offering to Iemanja herself— offering you a unique opportunity to participate the rich cultural heritage of Bahia while experiencing profound spiritual connections..​

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Immerse in African Heritage

 

Explore the streets pulsating with the rhythms of Afro-Brazilian music, savor the flavors of traditional cuisine influenced by African culinary traditions, and discover the intricate artistry of local artisans preserving their ancestral crafts.

 

Each moment of this trip offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Salvador's African roots..​

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I left with an increased sense of self and body positivity. Seeing other people that looked like me in terms of skin tone, and body type, was a powerful reflection.

 

I felt the ancestors present in everything we did and each place we visited. I was able to see myself in my fullness through this experience.

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- Kiara, Social Worker & Healer

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