Racist Statements and Structural Changes in Palmares Cultural Foundation in Brazil (18 January 2021)

To: Brazil Subject: Information received regarding racist statements made by Mr. Sérgio Camargo, recently appointed President of the Palmares Cultural Foundation, and additional racist statements posted on the Foundation’s website. Additionally, structural changes under Mr. Camargo’s leadership may undermine transparent and participatory decision-making within the institution. Mandates: Racism; African Descent; Freedom of Opinion and Expression Ref: JAL BRA 12/2020 Responses received: 18 Mar 2021