The Center for the Study of Race and Democracy at Tufts University presents a screening of the film “I, A Black Woman, Resist: Bearing Witness to the Life & Legacy of Marielle Franco.”

Afro-Brazilian activist and politician Marielle Franco — a champion for racial and gender equity in Brazil and a staunch critic of police brutality and state-sanctioned violence — was assassinated on March 14, 2018. Earlier on the night of her assassination, Marielle led an event entitled “Young Black Women Moving Power Structures” at Casa Das Pretas. Deeply rooted in the longstanding tradition of black feminist activism in Brazil, Marielle dedicated herself to speaking truth to power and to empowering marginalized communities in Brazil — up until the final moments of her life.

Inspired by her activism, this short documentary film project aims to share with US-based audiences Marielle Franco’s legacy and the wave of activism among black women in Brazil that has intensified in the wake of her death.

After the screening there will be a dialogue with co-directors Sharrelle Barber and Amber Delgado, followed by a reception.

Free and open to the public.