Boaventura de Sousa Santos receives well-deserved recognition from the IAB

Portuguese sociologist Boaventura de Sousa Santos was recently honored by the Instituto dos Advogados Brasileiros (IAB) with the Medalha Luiz Gama, an award that recognizes the achievements of those who stand out in the defense of human rights and social justice.

The ceremony, held in Rio de Janeiro, brought together members of the IAB and prominent academics, who celebrated Boaventura's contribution to critical thinking, the sociology of law, and the valorization of marginalized knowledge. His work on epistemologies of the South, citizen participation, and the fight against inequality have established him as an influential voice in the Latin American debate on law, society, and democracy.

From left to right: José Muiños Piñeiro Filho, Eduardo Xavier Lemos, Técio Lins e Silva, Agostinho Campos, Boaventura de Sousa Santos, Rita Cortez, Marcia Dinis, Rogério Borba, and Izabel Nuñez.

The IAB's recognition highlights not only his academic career, but also his commitment to social inclusion and the transformation of power structures that affect the most vulnerable communities.

We invite you to read the full article on the official IAB website: Boaventura de Sousa Santos is honored by the IAB with the Luiz Gama Medal