Tribute to James S. Rosenstein (1946-2025)

On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, we share with deep regret the passing of James Rosenstein, on January 3, 2025 at the age of 78.  A dedicated friend and longtime supporter of the Chamber, Mr. Rosenstein served as the Chamber’s Executive Director from November 2014 through March 2017.  During his tenure, he drew upon his wealth of knowledge of Brazil and his international experience to guide the Chamber in strengthening its role as the leading business platform connecting Brazil and the United States.   Born on April 1, 1946 in Hartford, CT, Mr. Rosenstein was educated at Harvard University, Sorbonne Université, and École Supérieure d’Interprètes et de Traducteurs.  His international career included leadership roles in communications and public affairs at major institutions such as Banque Nationale de Paris, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Toyota Motor Europe, and Bentley Motors.  As Executive Director of the Chamber, he worked tirelessly to strengthen the relationship between Brazil and the United States, expanding our community of members and partners, and championing initiatives that reflected his global vision and deep respect for both nations.   Mr. Rosenstein’s passion for languages and culture was a defining aspect of his life.  Fluent in Portuguese, French, and English – and conversational in Spanish – he brought his linguistic talents to both professional and personal pursuits.  He was an accomplished interpreter, a scholar of ethnomusicology, and a devoted contributor to the arts and civic life in the Berkshires, particularly in Lenox, MA, where he spent his later years.   Mr. Rosenstein is survived by his wife, Maria Carolina (Torres de Araujo) Rosenstein; son, Philip Rosenstein; sister, Alice Spatz; and brother-in-law, Dr. Lawrence Spatz.  He was predeceased by his sister, Carol Gold.   Mr. Rosenstein will be remembered not only for his many accomplishments, but also for the generosity, compassion, and integrity he brought to every interaction.   For more information: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/berkshire/name/james-rosenstein-obituary?id=57263761

Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce 485 Madison Avenue, Suite 401 New York, NY 10022 P: (212) 751-4691  F: (212) 751-7692 E-mail: info@brazilcham.com www.brazilcham.com Orlando to São Paulo Special Prices for our Special Clients Deals for Tuesday 9/16 Call our office today for reservations: 1-800-222-2746 MON-FRI 10am-6pm Check for Prices online any time! www.BACCtravel.com Register to see our lowest prices! click here to search for prices Copyright (C) 2025 BACC Travel. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Wednesday, September 24, 2025 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. (Eastern Time - U.S. and Canada) In recent years, Brazil has witnessed the significant social and environmental impacts of large-scale mining activities, particularly in the state of Minas Gerais. Events such as the Mariana and Brumadinho dam incidents have drawn attention to the vulnerabilities faced by local communities during environmental crises — especially regarding access to essential services and support during recovery. With growing interest in lithium exploration in regions like Vale do Jequitinhonha, important conversations are emerging about how environmental changes can affect different segments of the population in distinct ways. Studies show that women, especially those in rural and traditional communities, often face unique challenges in the context of environmental disruption and adaptation. The Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Instituto Por Elas and its YACY Por Elas project, will host a seminar on “The Environmental Impact on Women: Mining in Brazil.” This timely conversation will highlight experiences from the field and bring together diverse perspectives from women working across sectors to promote sustainable development and inclusive dialogue. We invite you to join us for this thoughtful exchange focused on the intersections of environment, community, and resilience.    Please note this program will take place in Portuguese.   Moderator: Gabriela de Paula, Journalist, TEDx Speaker, Cultural Producer & Communication Strategist; Editor-in-Chief, Ayoo Speakers:   Rizzia Froes, Lawyer & Founder, Instituto Por Elas Márcia Lopes, Minister of Women, Federal Government of Brazil Uakyrê Pankararu Braz, Indigenous Researcher & Visual Artist, Pankararu-Pataxó People Luizamara Ribeiro, Lawyer; State Councilor, Brazilian Bar Association – Minas Gerais (OAB/MG) Dandara Tonantzin, Federal Deputy; President of the Commission on the Amazon and Indigenous and Traditional Peoples, Brazilian National Congress   Register Here Registration Information: Format: In Person Members: Complimentary Non-Members: $25 Location: Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce 485 Madison Avenue, Suite 401, New York, NY 10022   Event organized by the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Instituto Por Elas. Catering Sponsored by:   Join the Chamber   Upcoming Events Cancellation Policy Cancellations must be e-mailed by Monday, September 22nd. Member cancellations received after Monday, September 22nd,will incur a $25 cancellation fee. Non-member cancellations received by Monday, September 22nd, are eligible for a 100% in-house credit, to be applied to future event(s). Registrations received after September 22nd cannot be cancelled. We are happy to honor substitutions. Please forward this notice to your colleagues and business associates. Disregard this message if you have already registered. Please note this event will be recorded. In entering the event space, you consent to the video recording and its release.   Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. | 485 Madison Avenue, Suite 401, New York, NY 10022 | (212) 751-4691

 

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Um guia prático sobre igualdade racial no turismo foi lançado nessa terça-feira (9), numa parceria entre a Agência Brasileira de Promoção Internacional do Turismo (Embratur) e o Banco de Desenvolvimento da América Latina e Caribe (CAF). O documento define o afroturismo como um segmento que valoriza e promove a cultura, a história, a identidade e a ancestralidade negra. Também propõe experiências conduzidas por protagonistas negros. O lançamento ocorreu em Salvador (BA) durante o workshop Trilhas do Afroturismo Internacional, realizado pela agência. O guia surge como resposta direta a um cenário de exclusão. Diante dessa realidade, o afroturismo é apresentado como vetor de transformação social alinhado aos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) da ONU, como a erradicação da pobreza, a promoção da igualdade de gênero e a redução das desigualdades. “Promover a igualdade racial não é apenas uma questão de justiça social, mas de inteligência de mercado e competitividade”, afirmou o presidente da Embratur, Marcelo Freixo. Segundo ele, “ao criarmos ambientes verdadeiramente inclusivos e seguros, estamos qualificando nossos destinos e posicionando o Brasil como líder global no afroturismo, segmento com enorme potencial de crescimento que valoriza nossa maior riqueza: a diversidade cultural”. A coordenadora de Afroturismo, Diversidade e Povos Indígenas da Embratur, Tania Neres, disse que o guia é ferramenta para orientar o mercado. 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It said the two sides had reached “a basic consensus on a framework to properly resolve TikTok-related issues through cooperation, reduce investment barriers, and promote relevant economic and trade cooperation.” Click here to read more Quase 50% dos turistas usam redes como fonte de informação de viagem      As redes sociais viraram a “queridinha” dos brasileiros na hora de buscar informações sobre viagens pelo país. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter e TikTok são as fontes de pesquisa preferidas para 49% dos turistas. Depois aparecem as dicas de amigos e familiares, o tradicional boca a boca. É o que revela pesquisa do Ministério do Turismo. Segundo o levantamento, as fontes menos populares são sites e blogs de turismo e agências de viagens, seguidos de programas de TV, livros e guias. A psicóloga Luísa Galiza é um dos principais nomes do ecoturismo e turismo de aventura no país. Ela é dona do canal Leve na Viagem que alcança mais de três milhões de pessoas por mês. Nas redes sociais são mais de 400 mil seguidores. Luisa destaca o potencial das redes sociais. “O poder que a gente tem com essas redes, o poder de comunicação, ele é muito grande. As pessoas passam muito tempo, muitas horas do dia nas redes, principalmente no Instagram. E quem acompanha canais específicos de viagem com o intuito de pegar dicas mesmo, de fato, utiliza aquilo para o bucket list de viagens do ano. Sem dúvida é um meio no qual as pessoas utilizam para pesquisas.” Jovens, entre 16 a 24 anos de idade, do sexo feminino e com ensino superior são os que mais usam as redes sociais em busca de novos destinos. Clique aqui para ler mais Copyright © 2025 The Brasilians, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: The Brasilians 29 West 46th Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10036-4503 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.