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Afro-Brazilian cultural portrait representing Umbela Brasil's work in culture, research and performance.

 Celebrating Culture. 
.Connecting Communities. 

Umbela Brasil is a national leader in Afro-Brazilian cultural programs, creating meaningful connections through rhythm, movement, and shared experience.

A Living Cultural Exchange

Umbela Brasil brings together communities, artists, and institutions through culturally rich programs that celebrate Afro-Brazilian traditions.

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Through music, movement, education, and exchange, we create spaces where culture is not only sustained, but lived, shared, and evolving across Australia.

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 Our Projects 

Programs that connect culture, community, and creativity.

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A flagship program fostering cultural exchange through music, movement, and community collaboration.

 SHARED 

 RHYTHMS 

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 CULTURAL 

 WORKSHOPS 

Hands-on learning experiences that share Afro-Brazilian traditions with communities across Australia.

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 EVENTS & 

 GATHERINGS 

Celebrating culture through performances, festivals, and community-led experiences.

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 Our Impact 

Driving cultural, social, and economic impact through connection, exchange, research & performance.

1M+

Generated in direct economic activity for artists in Australia and Brazil.

15+ Years

Of continuous cultural programs and professional development.

30+ Teachers

Supported across Australia and Brazil.

Global Exchange

Collaborations with artists from Brazil, the USA, Europe, and the Pacific.

Umbela Brasil works across communities, sectors, and borders to create meaningful cultural exchange and long-term impact.
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Our work has:

  • Supported cultural sharing that fosters social, cultural, and economic participation, including welcoming new migrant communities

  • Led large-scale cultural gatherings, including the Melbourne Samba Encontro, the largest of its kind in Australia and New Zealand

  • Developed and sustained international exchange programs connecting artists and practitioners

  • Generated a 7:1 return on community-supported investment

  • Mentored emerging leaders and contributed to the growth of cultural practice across Australia

Building a sustainable future for cultural exchange through collaboration, leadership, and community.

Culture is evolving, shared, lived

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Get Involved

CULTURE • RESEARCH • PERFORMANCE • EXCHANGE • COLLABORATION • HERITAGE •

For Community

Join workshops, events, and programs that celebrate culture and connection.

For Partners

Collaborate with us to deliver impactful cultural programs and initiatives.

For Patrons

Support the growth and sustainability of culturally rich programs across Australia.

Be part of the experience

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 Join Us in 
.Celebrating Culture 

Whether you're looking to participate, collaborate, or support, there are many ways to be part of Umbela Brasil's growing community.
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