Brazilian Studies Association
BRASA is an international, interdisciplinary association dedicated to promoting and strengthening Brazilian Studies around the world.
We bring together scholars, teachers, students, institutions, and other participants in the field to deepen knowledge about Brazil, circulate research, strengthen teaching, and build connections across disciplines and borders.
Our mission
Advancing knowledge and connection
BRASA fosters broader and deeper understanding of Brazil; encourages interdisciplinary research and teaching; supports collaboration among Brazilian and non-Brazilian colleagues; and creates forums for exchange about Brazil’s place in regional and global affairs.
What BRASA does
Convene
International congresses
BRASA’s biennial congress creates an interdisciplinary meeting place for research, exchange, and collaboration.
Support
Scholarship and opportunity
Awards and funding programs recognize outstanding work and support emerging researchers in Brazilian Studies.
Share
Research and teaching resources
BRASA connects the field to journals, scholarly series, teaching materials, and editorial initiatives.
Engage
Year-round exchange
News, events, conversations, and the BRASA Digest sustain communication between congresses.
Contact BRASA
Reach the Executive Secretariat with institutional and membership questions.