This report, Between the Law and their Land, illuminates the current situation of Brazil’s
quilombo communities and their struggle for land rights. It first discusses the historical and
social context of quilombo communities’ struggle for recognition. Second, it examines the legal
processes by which land rights are obtained and analyzes the various obstacles faced by
quilombos to achieving meaningful rights. Finally, the report concludes by offering several
recommendations for improving the titling process for quilombos and for reversing the
precarious economic and social position of their inhabitants, or quilombolas.Robert S. Strauss Center for
International Security and Law, Lozano Long Institute for Latin American StudiesUT Librarie
