Abstract:
This article explores the complexity of structural racism in Brazil and its impact on the
construction of black individuals' identities. Through the analysis of foundational works
such as Pele Negra, Máscaras Brancas by Frantz Fanon, Tornar-se Negro by Neusa
Santos Souza, and A Cor do Inconsciente by Isildinha Nogueira, the study investigates
how racism affects self-perception and social interactions among Black people. Identity
is discussed as a continuous process influenced by cultural, social, and psychological
factors, highlighting the internalization of negative stereotypes and the struggle for a
positive self-image. The article addresses the psychological effects of racism, including
feelings of inferiority and identity conflicts, emphasizing the need for interventions that
promote the valorization of Black identity. It concludes that combating racism requiresmultidisciplinary approaches that consider both individual aspects and social
structures, aiming to build a more inclusive and equitable society.
