First Friday: Celebrating Freedom with Ilê Aiyê: black culture and liberation
In 2024, the renowned Ilê Aiyê (House of Life) carnival bloco from Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Its history, originally linked to Afro-Brazilian dance and music, is deeply rooted in Brazil's struggle for Black rights. In its early years, Ilê faced persecution from both the police and the press, but it ultimately […]


