At the Planalto Palace, the ceremony marking the centennial of the Abolition of Slavery brings together José Sarney, political leaders, and various figures from the Black rights movement in a moment that celebrates Brazil’s culture and history.
One hundred years after Abolition, Brazil comes together to celebrate a history of struggle and reaffirm its commitment to equality. The opening segment offers a behind-the-scenes look at this moment and the new approaches to combating structural racism.