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Rio de Janeiro’s samba school Porto da Pedra honors sex workers in a historic Carnival parade, spotlighting labor rights and dignity.
In Rio de Janeiro’s 2026 Carnival, samba school Porto da Pedra will honor sex workers in a landmark parade titled “From life’s oldest times, the sweet and bitter kiss of the night,” celebrating activist Lourdes Barreto and highlighting labor rights amid persistent stigma.
The event, part of a trilogy by creative director Mauro Quintaes, features over 40 sex workers from across Brazil, aiming to foster dignity and public understanding.
Though sex work is legal and recognized as an occupation in Brazil, enforcement remains inconsistent, and police harassment persists.
The parade reflects samba schools’ tradition of using Carnival to address social issues, with participants and experts calling it a significant step toward visibility and respect.
La escuela de samba Porto da Pedra de Río de Janeiro honra a las trabajadoras sexuales en un histórico desfile de Carnaval, destacando los derechos laborales y la dignidad.