alejandra_santos
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alejandra_santos

@alejandra_santos · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
New Beginnings Hopeful Public

My Fight for the Amazon

I grew up in Brazil surrounded by the Amazon rainforest. I watched it shrink throughout my childhood. I...

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
Heartfelt Reflections Curious Public

Becoming Fluent in Activism

I came to activism late. I was naive. I thought that caring deeply was enough. I thought that...

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
Heartfelt Reflections Vulnerable Public

Loving My Body in a Culture of Critique

I grew up in Brazil where femininity is celebrated and bodies are displayed. But there is intense pressure...

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
Relationship Journey Hopeful Public

Connection to My Indigenous Roots

My grandmother was indigenous Guarani. Her culture was suppressed during her lifetime. She was taught to be ashamed....

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
Self-Love & Confidence Hopeful Public

The Courage to Stand Alone

There are moments when I stand alone in my convictions. My family does not always understand my choices....

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alejandra_santos 1 week ago
Dating Stories Grateful Public

Building a Better Future

I do not fight only against destruction. I also fight for creation. I work to build systems that...