About | Privacy Policy | Advertising| Editorial | Contact Us Subscribe | Login but my wife is the real machine learning expert—she instantly knows when I forgot something she asked me to do Undergraduate School and Degree: Federal University of São João del-Rei – Electrical Engineering Where was the last place you worked before enrolling in business school Vale (Brazilian Mining Company) – Maintenance Planning Where did you intern during the summer of 2024 Where will you be working after graduation Amazon – Pathways Operations Manager Which academic or extracurricular achievement are you most proud of during business school One has been mentoring and preparing over ten classmates and first-years for their Amazon internship and full-time interviews Seeing them succeed—most securing offers—has been incredibly rewarding and strategic insights played a small role in boosting their confidence and readiness for such a competitive process what made this experience truly special was the sense of community it fostered Helping others navigate this challenging process wasn’t just about sharing knowledge—it was about building a supportive network where we celebrated each other’s progress It reinforced my belief that success is not just about individual achievements but about lifting others up along the way I now get to work alongside some of them at Amazon after graduation What achievement are you most proud of in your professional career One of the defining moments of my career was leading an emergency water supply effort for over 100,000 people after the 2015 Rio Doce mining disaster contaminated the primary water source for entire communities I worked alongside a multidisciplinary team to develop a rapid response strategy—coordinating logistics and ensuring that 2 million liters of potable water reached affected populations daily This mission was not only about logistics; it was about restoring stability and hope to families facing uncertainty Navigating such a high-stakes crisis tested every aspect of leadership—from managing resources under pressure to making critical decisions with incomplete information and decisive action in times of uncertainty I am grateful for the incredible team of leaders and volunteers who worked tirelessly alongside me to turn chaos into coordinated action This experience solidified my belief that leadership is about staying composed in uncertainty and inspiring those around you to achieve the impossible While the Tepper School’s strong focus on cutting-edge problem-solving and data-driven decision-making initially attracted me what truly set it apart was its culture of collaboration and humanity—something that deeply resonated with me Coming from Brazil with a background in mining I was nervous about how I would adapt to an MBA environment He reassured me that the Tepper School values diverse experiences and that I would be joining a community where people truly support and uplift each other That moment made me realize that the Tepper School wasn’t just about academic excellence—it was about fostering meaningful connections embracing different perspectives with empathy and ensuring that everyone thrives together This culture has been instrumental in my transition and success here This course reinforced my belief that sustainability isn’t just an ethical responsibility—it’s a competitive necessity for businesses navigating an evolving global economy and ESG investing are shaping corporate strategy analyzing real-world applications like green bonds and risk-adjusted environmental impact pricing The course challenged me to think beyond traditional operational metrics demonstrating how businesses that integrate sustainability into decision-making don’t just mitigate risk—they unlock profitability I want to lead organizations that embrace sustainable innovation and strategic foresight—because the best-run companies won’t just adapt to sustainability; they will leverage it as a strategic advantage what is the one thing you’d do differently and why and it’s easy to get caught up in recruiting I was always working hard—sometimes more than I should have—constantly pushing myself to excel in academics I recognize that this drive and determination were also what made my MBA journey so fulfilling every late night spent preparing for interviews and every challenge I tackled contributed to my growth I wish I had given myself more time to recharge—whether by stepping away from work without guilt or simply trusting that I was already doing enough What did you love most about your business school’s town Pittsburgh is a perfect balance between city life and nature It offers all the opportunities of a vibrant urban center—great restaurants and a strong business community—while also providing incredible outdoor spaces to unwind ‘It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.’ For me Whether it was taking a break by the rivers or simply enjoying the city’s scenic views I found it to be the ideal place to both push forward in my MBA journey and recharge when needed That balance made my time at the Tepper School even more meaningful House of Lies) best reflects the realities of business and what did you learn from it Designated Survivor reflects the realities of leadership in high-stakes environments Tom Kirkman is thrown into the presidency overnight forced to make critical decisions with limited information and competing interests—much like business leaders navigating crises The show highlights the importance of adaptability demonstrating that great leadership isn’t about always having the right answers but about making tough decisions with confidence It reinforced my belief that success in business depends on the ability to lead under pressure and inspire trust in uncertain times What is one way that your business school has integrated AI into your programming The Tepper School integrates AI into its programming through cutting-edge coursework preparing students to solve business challenges using AI-driven solutions I worked hands-on with AI tools to analyze large datasets and optimize decision-making—gaining valuable experience in how AI can drive business strategy I anticipated many challenges as an international student Pursuing an MBA in a foreign country is already demanding but Thiago faced even greater hurdles—balancing academics while raising two children living far from campus to provide them stability and enduring a 1.5-hour daily commute by public transportation exemplify unwavering dedication and strength he had a smile on his face and a positive attitude contributed to the Tepper School community Thiago is the true definition of perseverance and his ability to navigate adversity while still uplifting those around him is something I deeply admire He is also going to join Amazon after our MBA Thiago is just one example of an incredibly talented and resilient cohort what truly set our class apart was the unwavering support and collaboration we showed one another we lifted each other up—making this journey not just about personal growth What are the top two items on your professional bucket list Found a Mentorship Program to Empower Young Brazilians from Vulnerable Backgrounds: Inspired by my classmate Terrell Galloway who co-founded a mentorship program for the Black community in Pittsburgh I want to create a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring young Brazilians from underprivileged backgrounds This initiative would provide them with guidance and a strong support network to help them become professionals and future leaders—ultimately breaking cycles of inequality Coming from a humble family in a small city in the Brazilian countryside I know firsthand how mentorship and access to opportunities can change lives Having navigated my own journey into the professional world I want to pay it forward by empowering the next generation in Brazil to reach their full potential What made (Student) such an invaluable addition to the Class of 2025 “Vinicius represents his home country of Brazil well – he smiles When Vinicius first got to the Tepper School we set a goal to improve his English skills He met with peer coaches over and over and took feedback well at each session He then set a goal to get an internship at Amazon His pursuit for improvement was relentless After finding success in reaching his goals he dedicated his energy to helping others reach their goals as well He coaches and tutors his fellow students in career and curricular subjects with his passionate energy that is always on display Being unafraid to face difficult challenges he inspires his Tepper School classmates to make it happen We would love to have 10 more students like him every year.” DON’T MISS: THE 100 BEST & BRIGHTEST MBAS: CLASS OF 2025 Our Partner Sites: Poets&Quants for Execs | Poets&Quants for Undergrads | Tipping the Scales | We See Genius Website Design By: Yellowfarmstudios.com we’re celebrating the remarkable members of the Tepper School Class of 2025 and ambition have defined their time at Carnegie Mellon University From case competition wins to startup success these soon-to-be graduates are already making their mark across disciplines and industries we feature a selection of students from both our undergraduate and master’s programs whose stories reflect the spirit and strength of this graduating class This season of achievement extends across the academic spectrum. Several of our Ph.D. candidates were also recently recognized with prestigious awards for their research and contributions to their fields. You can read more about their accomplishments here “Throughout my time at the Tepper School I encountered a number of opportunities to collaborate in groups I discovered that sharing my genuine ideas and concerns—always thoughtfully—consistently strengthened our group dynamic I realize that much of the value and personal growth I gained as a student stemmed directly from my willingness to be authentic.” “I am very proud to have been elected by my peers to serve as the President of the Tepper Consulting Club and had a lot of fun working with my fellow board members throughout the year.” “I am most proud of becoming a James R I distinctly remember arriving on campus and meeting the faculty at the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship Their support was instrumental in helping me build Sabana and secure funding through Techstars.” “I chose the Tepper School because it allowed me to make family my top priority after leaving the military This holistic experience has been invaluable in easing my transition into post-military life and ensuring that my loved ones remain at the heart of my journey.” “While the Tepper School’s strong focus on cutting-edge problem-solving and data-driven decision-making initially attracted me what truly set it apart was its culture of collaboration and humanity—something that deeply resonated with me.” “I chose the Tepper School because it felt like home It not only provides a welcoming culture to everyone but looks to bring out the best in each student the technical skills and network I have gained would not have been possible anywhere else.” “Growing up in the Florida lowcountry I learned a lot of life's lessons right in my backyard… I'm privileged by the boundless opportunities found in that half-acre but this journey to the Tepper School has taught me that your backyard isn't defined by property lines It's grown by your openness to new experiences Each place primed for cultivating new life lessons and lasting relationships.” “I am particularly proud of my involvement with the Graduate Student Assembly during my time here It's enabled me to make connections with people from all over CMU from Robotics to Chemistry to Materials Engineering to Public Policy to Design and more I think my proudest moment within GSA was being elected to serve as the Vice President of Campus Affairs for this past academic year.” “One of the achievements I’m most proud of is being able to navigate a rigorous even coming from a non-technical background It taught me that asking for help is not a weakness — it’s a strength And it reminded me that while personal effort matters community can carry you through when your own strength feels small.” “I come from a family rooted in architecture and design After studying at Carnegie Mellon and learning from both business and tech I’m now returning home to take on more responsibility in my family business but also shaping it in my own way with curiosity and a desire to build places that truly matter.” “I think winning the Venture Capital Investment Competition world championship was the coolest achievement for me during my time at the Tepper School The competition required me to use all of the skills I learned at the Tepper School we were able to beat thousands of students from around the world to win the championship!” “At Carnegie Mellon and the Tepper School I found that the most meaningful growth didn’t happen in isolation but through connection and from faculty mentorship to collaborating with local nonprofits my college experience has been defined by the people I’ve learned with and from.” “While most of my goals have changed through college creating a startup was one of the few that stayed I never would have thought I’d actually get to do my startup post-grad I’m able to do so because of the support at the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship and I’m so grateful for them.” “A degree from the Tepper School isn’t easy—and that’s the point You’re going to be challenged in the best way It’s not just about academics; it’s about how you take the tools the Tepper School gives you and turn them into something meaningful Be ready to lean into the opportunities that push you “Leadership at CMU has taught me how to lead with both conviction and compassion I’ve learned how to navigate uncertainty make decisions that impact hundreds of people it’s taught me that the most meaningful leadership doesn’t come from having all the answers BY REUTERS A coffee producer holds coffee beans at the Santo Antonio farm in Santo Antonio do Amparo Coffee prices settled lower on Friday after hitting the highest in nearly half a century during the session, buoyed by tightening supplies as next year’s crop in top grower Brazil struggles to recover fully from this year’s drought Dealers also said some Brazilian farmers have delayed deliveries of this year’s crop in the hope of securing even higher prices leading to short-term supply tightness and large financial losses for traders who had been expecting to receive the coffee Arabica coffee futures on the ICE exchange fell by 1.5 percent to settle at $3.1805 per lb having hit their highest since 1977 at $3.3545 Prices for arabica coffee have now risen by about 71 percent this year making it one of the strongest performing commodities alongside cocoa “The price trend is now very similar to that of cocoa at the beginning of the year The reasons are also comparable,” Commerzbank said in a note on Friday it was poor harvests in the two most important producer countries Brazilian coffee traders Atlantica and Cafebras said on Wednesday that they will negotiate with their creditors in court noting 900,000 60kg bags of coffee promised by farmers have not been received a cheaper bean often used in instant coffee also rose to its highest in about 47 years on Friday Robusta coffee futures on ICE peaked at $5,694 a metric ton on Friday before turning lower to settle 2.7 percent down at $5,377 New York cocoa futures on ICE settled 3.9 percent higher at $9,425 a ton after setting a five-month high of $9,520 Cocoa prices soared to a record high of $11,722 a ton in April with supplies tightened by poor crops in top producers Ivory Coast and Ghana London cocoa futures on ICE settled 1.3 percent higher at 7,708 pounds a ton after hitting a five-month high of 7,772 pounds with March raw sugar ending the session down 2.8 percent at 21.08 cents per lb while March white sugar lost 1.5 percent to $547.70 a ton additional reporting by Shariq Khan; 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Apply now The daily digest for entrepreneurs and business leaders Learn More By building strong relationships and adapting strategies to the realities of farming families HRNS contributes to long-term resilience and improved livelihoods HAMBURG – “Germany – We are deep in the coffee fields of Minas Gerais Juliana Cabral walks down the driveway of farmer Auxiliadora dos Santos Peixoto embracing like old school friends reunited after years apart it’s “just” a routine visit as part of an HRNS-implemented project though it feels like something much more special we recognize that sustainable progress in coffee farming requires strong long-term partnerships with farming families Our approach is centered on collaboration—working closely with farmers to develop practical solutions that address their specific challenges By engaging directly with farming communities HRNS technicians ensure that knowledge transfer is effective This commitment aligns with HRNS’s mission to strengthen the livelihoods of smallholder coffee farmers through locally adapted strategies and farmer-centric development Our partners recognize and appreciate that our collaborative approach delivers tangible and International Coffee Partners (ICP) support our work in Brazil because they see the value in solutions that are not only sustainable but also directly benefit farming families This shared commitment to practical and lasting improvements is at the heart of our cooperation This can be seen best on the ground in real world examples: he started with 2,200 trees and now cultivates 20,000 he also works outside agriculture to maintain financial stability Through the initiative for coffee&climate (c&c) Sebastiao adopted improved cultivation techniques One key shift was reducing agrochemical use a transition that improved his coffee quality safeguarded the environment and saves him money HRNS’s role was not to prescribe solutions but to work with Sebastiao in implementing tailored practices that met his farm’s needs were early adopters of agroforestry in their region implementing shade trees and windbreaks a decade ago These measures have contributed to stronger plant health they established a demonstration plot within the GrowGrounds pilot project with syntropic carbon farming incorporating cover crops By testing and refining methods alongside farmers HRNS ensures that climate adaptation strategies are both viable and effective in real-world conditions Jair and his wife farm just two hectares but have improved their productivity and resource management through project participation and began supplying produce to a local school feeding program HRNS technicians maintain direct contact through in-person visits Joaquim Fernandes Peixoto and his wife have been engaged with International Coffee Partners (ICP) from the outset integrating sustainable practices such as the use of biopesticides The project also enabled Joaquin’s wife to expand her role within the farm completing a cupping course and contributing to quality assessment By involving multiple family members in knowledge-building activities HRNS strengthens farm resilience across generations illustrates how technical guidance can enhance individual efficiency he faced challenges in record-keeping but adopted the Coffee Farm Field Notebook with HRNS’s support This tool has helped him track investments and optimize his farm’s management Despite working independently and not having capacities to implement large scale changes he applies sustainable practices such as natural grasses as cover crops demonstrating that targeted support can drive improvement at any scale HRNS’s impact goes beyond technical support—it fosters empowerment and long-term transformation transitioned from observing farming activities to leading her own coffee production With encouragement and guidance from HRNS technician Juliana and became an active participant in her family’s farm she not only cultivates coffee but also shares her knowledge with others demonstrating the ripple effect of inclusive support When the two women meet it seems to be a long awaited reunion of childhood friends who turned her passion for coffee into Aurora’s Coffee She built her own cupping and roasting room deepening her passion for specialty coffee she has transformed from a coffee producer into a business owner proving that young farmers can create new opportunities in agriculture HRNS’ close collaboration with farmers ensures that solutions are practical This commitment to partnership – not just as an implementer but as a trusted collaborator with families and our funding partners – remains central to HRNS’ mission in agricultural and smallholder families development” © Copyright 2025 | Editoriale Comunicaffè P.IVA 05752870963 | tel the objective of Comunicaffe International has been to provide an updated punctual and essential information service to operators in the sector cocoa and tea supply chains in order to develop critical thinking and debate Comunicaffe International is also a daily newsletter sent to 38.000 professionals in Italy and more than 85.000 worldwide Nestlé and Jacobs Douwe Egberts say beans from Brazilian plantations using slave labour may have ended up in their coffee admit that beans from Brazilian plantations using slave labour may have ended up in their coffee because they do not know the names of all the plantations that supply them People trafficked to work for little or no pay, and forced to live on rubbish heaps and drink water alongside animals, may have worked on plantations that supply the two companies, according to the media and research centre DanWatch. The Denmark-based group claims that human rights abuses are rampant across Brazil’s lucrative coffee industry, with hundreds of workers rescued from slavery-like conditions every year. Read moreBrazil is the world’s largest exporter of coffee (pdf) accounting for about one-third of the global market Such working conditions contravene Brazilian and international law as well as the ethical codes Nestlé and Jacobs Douwe Egberts require from their suppliers which together account for 39% of the global coffee market know the names of all the plantations that grow their coffee as they also buy beans from middlemen and exporters in a muddled supply chain both companies – whose brands include Nescafé Coffee-mate and Senseo – admit that while they do not buy beans directly from “blacklisted” plantations where human rights abuses are known to take place they cannot rule out that slavery-like conditions may exist in their supply chain Nestlé and Jacobs Douwe Egberts told the Guardian they took DanWatch’s allegations seriously and were “very concerned” by the findings DanWatch spent seven months investigating the industry inspecting plantations with Brazilian authorities and tracing beans through a complicated supply chain from plantation to middleman to world market Nestlé confirmed to DanWatch that it bought coffee from two plantations where workers were rescued from forced labour by Brazilian authorities last summer and that it has suspended deliveries pending a Brazilian investigation into the matter Both Nestlé (pdf) and Jacobs Douwe Egberts (pdf) have ethical codes to protect the human rights of their workers and ban suppliers from using child or forced labour workers must have access to drinking water and a healthy working environment Nestlé said: “We do not tolerate violations of labour rights and have strongly maintained that forced labour has no place in our supply chain forced labour is an endemic problem in Brazil and no company sourcing coffee and other ingredients from the country can fully guarantee that it has completely removed forced labour practices or human rights abuses from its supply chain.” Jacobs Douwe Egberts said it had notified suppliers not to procure coffee from known violators “We are committed to working with governments farmer cooperatives and the entire coffee supply chain to improve the working conditions for coffee farmers throughout the world We currently support 15 such programmes in nine countries Starbucks and Illy – which also source beans from Brazil – told DanWatch they know the names of all of their suppliers meaning they can avoid “blacklisted” plantations including cat food that sources seafood from Thailand That the company is now also admitting to forced labour in the coffee industry is a good sign “Finding slavery in the agricultural supply chains of global food giants isn’t surprising even in Brazil whose government has made considerable efforts to tackle forced labour Nestlé’s confirmation of their purchase from the two plantations in question is more positive indicative perhaps of a growing tendency towards greater transparency in their supply chain and more attention to human rights.” Brazilian authorities have rescued several hundred coffee workers from plantations over the past few years lead researcher on the DanWatch investigation 128 people – including six children and teenagers – were freed from plantations in Minas Gerais “When the companies don’t even know what plantations they’re buying from I think the problem is much bigger than what we’ve seen here – it’s just the tip of the iceberg,” Hansen said “The authorities only have the resources to reach out to about half the workers who complain about slavery-like conditions so that means of all the people who escape and are able to file a complaint with the ministry of labour A Brazilian coffee worker earns about $2 (£1.42) to fill a 60-litre sack of coffee Less than 2% of the retail price goes to the worker Coffee workers often use toxic pesticides that have been banned in the EU with workers complaining of difficulty breathing The Brazil Specialty Coffee Association (BSCA) has announced Pinhal Farm has won the prestigious title of Brazil’s most sustainable farm with 42 per cent of its land preserved in the midst of Eucalyptus and other native trees Pinhal is a favourite among specialty coffee connoisseurs in the United Kingdom and secured the award thanks to its unique use of technology and sustainable crop management through the preservation of flora and fauna and reduction in fertilisers and pesticides Mariana Reis Teixeira – part of the Teixeira family’s sixth generation of specialty coffee growers Sustainability initiatives at the farm include the installation of solar panels for power generation as well as a significant reduction in the use of water Pinhal Farm partnered with a number of schools allowing students to participate in planting trees on the plantation The family has also allocated space for the rehabilitation and release of native wild animals let’s at least start with where we are Sustainable production is very important so that we can work toward a more favourable climate in the future Our intention is also to influence the people around us and with whom we have contact and it is important to create momentum and hopefully inspire others to follow suit,” says Pedro Reis The fast-growing farm manufactures its own compost O’Coffee also cultivates native plant species to neutralise carbon emissions and it is from their way of thinking and acting that good practices come about This contributes to what we call a balanced carbon balance in which we make the most of good practices to reduce carbon emissions while the forest areas and coffee trees work to neutralise carbon dioxide,” says Ubion Terra The technologies include using telemetry to surround the tractor fleet which applies each drop of water precisely taking into account climate conditions and soil moisture “BSCA works in an educational way to tell the tradition and stories behind the Brazilian product but mainly to present the sustainable production that the coffee grower already practices thus meeting the demands of an increasingly strict market The association strives for this sustainable coffee production in Brazil encouraging its members to produce coffee adopting sustainability practices,” says Vinicius Estrela For more information, click here YouTube stars Will Lenney (WillNE) and James Marriott have turned their sights to food and drink retail through the launch.. Fijian Minister for Agriculture and Waterways Vatimi Rayalu has pledged to revive the nation’s ailing coffee and cocoa industries to.. European café chain Costa Coffee is taking to the skies via a new partnership with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays to bring.. All content published on this site is the property of Prime Creative Media We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money Maria Amparo Pacheco, 93, of San Antonio passed away on June 1, 2024, in the home of her loving daughter Jenna V. Anguiano and surrounded by her loving family. Maria was born on August 14, 1930, in Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico to Justo Martinez... View Obituary & Service Information The family of Maria Amparo Pacheco created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories © 2025 Mission Park Funeral Chapels & Cemeteries Made with love by funeralOne This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page After a three-decade run, the San Antonio Bar & Grill in Crystal City is set to close this Saturday a mainstay in the underground Crystal City Shops since 1993 three months ago that its lease would not be extended past December who operates two other San Antonio Bar & Grill locations in D.C said no specific reason was given for the non-renewal but she suspects it might be due to the landlord’s desire to renovate the space “That’s what we think,” she told ARLnow “I mean most of the stores in the mall are closing down as well,” he told ARLnow “It’s prime real-estate,” he said Amparo and Edwin hope it won’t be too far from their loyal customers in Crystal City “We don’t want to go far away,” Amparo said They are currently looking at Clarendon as a potential option “We just got to find a good place for us that’s gonna fit that’s going to be good for our employees as well and it’s going to be close enough for our guests that we used to always have,” Edwin said International Labour Organisation criticises suspension of list of firms using slave labour just as Brazil faces migrant worker influx for Olympic Games Luiz Machado, national coordinator of Brazil’s anti-slavery programme at the International Labour Organisation (ILO), warns that the suspension of the so-called dirty list of companies caught using slave labour, combined with an extremely conservative congress and rising unemployment, creates the possibility for a rise in modern-day slavery. “We have recently seen an increase in child labour, and this is usually linked to an increase in slave labour,” he said. “While the increase in child labour shows up in government household surveys, slave labour is a much more invisible crime.” Read moreMachado is also concerned that the Olympics could provide an opportunity for further exploitation “Whenever you have one of these mega-events there is always an increase in migration,” he said “Migrants are particularly vulnerable to slave labour.” Though there have been no widespread reports of abuse so far in November last year 11 workers contracted to build part of the Olympics media village were rescued from the degrading conditions of their living quarters by an anti-slavery taskforce Each received 20,000 reais (£3,500) in compensation Brazil’s “dirty list” named companies that had been fined over the previous two years for using slave labour with state-backed banks unable to offer them loans the supreme court ordered the labour ministry to suspend publication of the list following a lawsuit filed by the Associação Brasileira de Incorporadoras Imobiliárias (Abrainc) which represented many of the organisations on the list Abrainc argued the list was “manifestly unconstitutional” due to its “disrespecting of the fundamental right to a defence” “The ‘dirty list’ was one of the strongest tools against slave labour in the country,” said Leonardo Sakamoto, president of the NGO Repórter Brasil. “It allowed us to bring the private sector and banks into the fight against slave labour. Previously, they had said they wanted to help but they didn’t know how.” In February, Repórter Brasil released the latest version of its own transparency list, drawn up following a freedom of information request for the names of the companies fined by the labour ministry for the use of slave labour from December 2013 to December 2015. There are 340 companies on the list, but Sakamoto admits that it is far less comprehensive than the original “dirty list”. In the past, companies would only be removed from the list after two years if they had paid all their fines and changed their employment practices. The transparency list only contains the names of those punished in the past two years. “The big difference is that the new list doesn’t have the old stock of names,” he said. “Our list is smaller.” Among the companies named in the list there are at least 18 construction companies, as well as cattle ranches, timber yards, farms and textile sweatshops. Lojas Renner, a Brazilian high-street fashion retailer, was listed as employing 37 workers in conditions analogous to slavery in a sewing shop in São Paulo in 2014. Contacted by the Guardian, Lojas Renner said “it does not accept” its inclusion on the list, adding that the sewing shop in question had been sub-contracted by one of its suppliers, and that its suppliers had subsequently terminated the relationship. Sakamoto, however, argued that such a response was a common excuse. “Under Brazilian legislation, you are responsible for the workers if they are working for you,” he said. “Outsourcing has been used as an excuse to exploit workers since the industrial revolution.” Read moreAnother company on the list, MRV Engenharia, is one of the biggest housebuilding companies in Brazil. Six people were liberated from one of its sites in 2013 but the company denied it had ever employed any of its workers in conditions analogous to slavery The company had been previously cited five times on the labour ministry’s “dirty list” Brazil defines slave labour as work carried out in degrading conditions or in conditions that pose a risk to a worker’s health and/or life Forced labour and debt bondage are also considered slave labour when Brazil formally acknowledged the use of slave labour in the economy 50,000 people have been released from such conditions But a bill being debated in the senate would significantly limit the definition of slave labour “We understand that there are concerns about what constitutes degrading conditions or risk to workers’ lives,” Machado said “But we would like to work to clarify them rather than to see them abandoned.” Though urban slavery has become more of a focus for the labour ministry in recent years ranches and timber yards still dominate the list a prosecutor from the ministry in the north-eastern state of Bahia described the conditions he found in a raid carried out last week in a remote farmstead “When we checked the area where the workers were living their meat was preserved in salt and hung on a clothesline and the tub they used for drinking water was full of mould and insects.” Fonseca and his colleagues were accompanied by a unit from the federal police because we have had many more death threats from farmers” Tel. +34 963 82 97 00 | archivalencia@archivalencia.org | FAQS Los inicios de las comunidades cristianas en Valencia se sitúan cuando es martirizado en Valencia San Vicente Mártir el 22 de enero del año 304 La jerarquía eclesiástica durante la época mozárabe subsistió en Valencia hasta mediados del siglo XII por lo menos si bien en el siglo XIII se daba por extinguida aunque permanecieron varios núcleos cristianos en la ciudad y en algunas poblaciones La diócesis tuvo un momento de esplendor a mediados del siglo XVI Fue en el siglo XIX y el primer tercio del XX cuando la comunidad cristiana de Valencia vivió tiempos de gran agitación que fueron testigos asimismo del nacimiento de nuevos institutos de vida consagrada concluyendo esta época con la gran gesta martirial de 1936 en la que numerosos cristianos dieron su vida por Cristo en medio de la mayor persecución religiosa de la historia cristiana de Valencia la Archidiócesis de Valencia está organizada en 8 Vicarías Episcopales territoriales 34 arciprestazgos y 640 parroquias (además hay 65 anejos y 375 iglesias no parroquiales) «La curia diocesana consta de aquellos organismos y personas que colaboran con el Obispo en el gobierno de toda la diócesis principalmente en la dirección de la actividad pastoral así como en el ejercicio de la potestad judicial» (Canon 469 del Código de Derecho Canónico) El Colegio de Consultores ejerce sus funciones en actos de administración ordinaria que sean de especial importancia o en actos de administración extraordinaria y debe ser oído antes de nombrar Ecónomo diocesano interviene en la toma de posesión del Arzobispo y en los actos de administración extraordinaria El Consejo presbiteral es un organismo colegial compuesto de sacerdotes pertenecientes al presbiterio diocesano con la tarea de ayudar eficazmente al Arzobispo en el Gobierno de la archidiócesis Los miembros del Consejo de Asuntos Económicos son nombrados para un período de cinco años Sus sesiones son de consulta y asesoramiento al obispo aunque en determinadas ocasiones el Código de Derecho canónico exige su consentimiento Este Consejo asesora al Arzobispo y a los organismos de la Curia en la preparación de aquellos documentos que contengan actos llamados a producir efectos jurídicos canónicos o civiles Garantiza la protección jurídica de los bienes eclesiásticos sobre todo los de titularidad diocesana examina las cuestiones jurídicas referidas a las personas jurídicas públicas fundaciones y corporaciones sujetas al Arzobispo o sobre las que el Prelado ejerce su patronazgo El Consejo asesora también sobre los problemas jurídicos de las parroquias Al Consejo Diocesano de Pastoral le corresponde estudiar y evaluar lo que se refiere a las actividades pastorales de la diócesis y sugerir conclusiones prácticas sobre ellas ofrece iniciativas y está atento a nuevos campos de pastoral diocesana detectando situaciones que requieren respuestas pastorales y ofreciendo estas respuestas Si necesita consultar boletines anteriores ¿Quieres conseguir el libro "La Iglesia en Valencia" Copyright®2021 Arzobispado de Valencia  | Política de Privacidad | Aviso Legal | Política de Cookies Utilizamos cookies para ofrecerte la mejor experiencia en nuestra web Puedes aprender más sobre qué cookies utilizamos o desactivarlas en los ajustes Esta web utiliza cookies para que podamos ofrecerte la mejor experiencia de usuario posible La información de las cookies se almacena en tu navegador y realiza funciones tales 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