Helena Funari

Helena Funari is a researcher and doctoral candidate at both the Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) and Yale Law School, focusing on political party dynamics and governance in Brazil. Her work examines the impact of party financing on democratic processes and internal party democracy. Funari has pointed out that the lack of clear rules and transparency in the distribution of public funds can hinder the emergence of new political leaders, as established figures often dominate access to resources, thereby affecting the political landscape ahead of the 2026 elections.