Brazil's CNJ gains new Black councilors, but diversity efforts still struggle.

Brazil's National Council of Justice (CNJ) has welcomed new Black councilors, marking a step towards greater representation. However, the broader issue of diversity within the country's judicial bodies continues to face significant hurdles.

This development follows a plea made in March 2023 by Minister Edson Fachin, who advocated for the appointment of a Black woman to the Supreme Court (STF). Fachin expressed hope for a future where such representation would be a reality within the plenary. His support was part of a movement pushing for an unprecedented nomination to the STF, a move that President Lula ultimately did not pursue.

While the CNJ's appointments signal some progress, the article suggests that the journey toward true diversity, especially at the highest echelons of the judiciary, is still a struggle. The frustration of activists and advocates highlights the gap between aspirations and the current reality, indicating that the council still needs to overcome significant obstacles to achieve meaningful representation.

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I ask for permission to greet a fourth minister who, perhaps in a place of the future, will be in this plenary: a Black woman.