Decree No. 4.885 establishing composition, structure, powers and functioning of the National Council for the Promotion of Racial Equality (CNPIR).
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Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Abstract
This Decree establishes composition, structure and competence of the National Council for the Promotion of Racial Equality (CNPIR), a body of advisory nature under the Ministry of Racial Equality. It aims to propose, at the national level, policies to promote racial equality, with a focus on the black population and on other ethnic segments of the Brazilian population, with the objective of combating racism, prejudice and racial discrimination and reducing racial inequalities, including economic, financial, social, political and cultural aspects.
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Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the day of its publication.
Notes
Last amended and consolidated by Law No. 12.314 of 19 August 2010.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Decreto Nº 4.885 - Dispõe sobre a composição, estruturação, competências e funcionamento do Conselho Nacional de Promoção da Igualdade Racial - CNPIR, e dá outras providências.