As African women we stand in solidarity with Afro-Brazilian women as you take to the streets in the Marcha das Mulheres Negras [Black Women’s March] and raise your voices to say NO to racist and sexist violence, and to affirm that you, as all women, have a right to live with full choice, dignity, well-being and respect.

We are across an ocean but our histories are connected. We are inspired by your activism and your bravery, and we will always work alongside you for equality, justice and a transformed world.