Category: Community
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INFORMATION FOR THE 2ND ROUND OF THE BRAZILIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS IN THE USA
Brazilians who continue to have their “electoral domicile” (voting zone) in Brazil (which are the most common). Those residing abroad who still vote in Brazil can justify their absence as many times as necessary, but must not forget that failing to vote may result in the cancellation of their voter registration, leading to other problems.…
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HOW, WHEN AND WHERE TO VOTE IN THE USA
There are many Brazilians residing in the United States who do not know that they must be up to date with their electoral obligations. Living outside Brazil does not exempt Brazilians from voting. Every Brazilian citizen (over 18 years old) must vote to avoid headaches in the future. There are two groups of Brazilians residing…
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Exclusive Interview: Ambassador Ana Lucy Gentil Cabral Petersen Bids Farewell to New York
After four years as the Consul General of Brazil in New York, the Ambassador bids farewell to her post to face new challenges, this time on the Asian continent.In an exclusive interview with The Brasilians, Ambassador Ana Lucy Gentil Cabral Petersen reflects on her four years of management at the New York Consulate and highlights…
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LBV Celebrates 31 Years in the USA
LBV has been promoting various socio-educational programs that help improve the quality of life in our community.The ideal of LBV expanded to the United States on October 30, 1986, and since then, it has offered various programs, educational projects, and social initiatives to hundreds of low-income families in New Jersey and New York. With general…
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Dr. Jesus Cheda dies at 87 in NYC
Known Brazilian doctor, Dr. Jesus Cheda was found dead in his apartment in New York City. The doctor was unmarried, had no children, and no family in the city. According to experts, the cause of death was a Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA) that occurred at the end of August. Dr. Cheda was originally from Sorocaba,…
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A Portrait of Brazilian Immigration
About half a century ago, Brazilians became an emigrant people. They leave Brazil mainly in search of a better quality of life and head to countries where they believe they will find this condition. The United States is among the favorite destinations for Brazilians, hosting between 800,000 to 1.3 million immigrants, according to data from…
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How to Profit from the Gig Economy
There is an exciting revolution in careers happening for those who want to be their own boss, set their own hours, and control their own destiny. Welcome to the “gig economy,” a new and rapidly expanding job market. Nowadays, more and more Americans are becoming part of this employment shift. In fact, according to a…
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Leave a Legacy Your Loved Ones Will Appreciate
Recently, three acquaintances lost their respective husbands. I saw them struggling not only to cope with grief but also with the practicalities of life. Seeing their pain from not knowing how to access bank accounts and find important information motivated me to take action. By following the steps outlined below, you can help your loved…
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Brazilian Consulate in Miami Offers Psychological Guidance
Since the beginning of July, the Consulate-General has resumed offering psychological guidance and counseling services. Psychologist Virna Moretti will assist the Assistance Sector for Brazilians and provide psychological guidance in cases involving nationals in vulnerable situations, such as imprisonment, deportation, domestic violence, and hospitalization. The psychologist will be available by appointment to provide guidance and…
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Preparatory Course for ENCCEJA 2017
UNIGRAN is offering a free preparatory course for the National Examination for Certification of Young and Adult Competencies (ENCCEJA). It is a distance course, provided through online video lessons. The course lasts for 4 months, starting on March 13 and ending on July 14. To take this high school exam, candidates must be at least…