Fernando Vilaça da Silva
Fernando Vilaça da Silva was a 17-year-old teenager from Manaus, Brazil, whose tragic death sparked outrage and highlighted issues of homophobia in the region. He was brutally assaulted after allegedly reacting to homophobic slurs, and his death, attributed to severe head trauma, led to widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and officials. His case underscores the ongoing violence faced by the LGBTQIAPN+ community in Brazil, particularly in areas like Manaus, which has been identified as one of the most dangerous cities for LGBTQIAPN+ individuals.
Born on Jan 01, 2006 (19 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 123,638 | $1,500,000 | 879$ |
| Totals | 1 | 211,049,527 | 123,638 | $1,500,000 | 879$ |
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Fernando Vilaça da Silva was a 17-year-old adolescent who was brutally beaten in Manaus after reacting to alleged homophobic insults.
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