Simon Schwartzman

Simon Schwartzman is a Brazilian sociologist and former president of the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). He is known for his critical perspectives on educational policies and freedom of expression in academic settings, particularly in the context of rising authoritarianism and cultural wars affecting universities. Recently, he has been vocal about the dangers posed by government interventions in educational institutions, emphasizing the need to uphold academic freedom and resist pressures that aim to restrict discussions on diversity and inclusion.