The Trófeu Raça Negra (Black Race Trophy) is a Brazilian award which is handed out to individuals and groups who have contributed or exhibited advancements for Afro-Brazilians.
[1] Organized by the NGO Afrobras, it was first handed out in 2000 on the 500th anniversary of the European arrival in Brazil, and has been held annually since 2004.
[2] It is similar to the NAACP Image Award in the United States.
The theme honored Ismael Ivo, former director of the São Paulo City Ballet.
The 2017 award to João Doria, however, was accompanied with controversy in the Afro-Brazilian community and press.