However, like most Afro Mexican activists, Castorela believes that nationwide recognition is still a long way off. "If we look around, we’ll see curly hair, high cheekbones, full lips or dark ...

Afro Mexican activist and actress Eréndira Castorela poses for a photo with her jarana jarocha instrument during a break from a Mulato Teatro rehearsal, in Ticumán, Mexico, Saturday, May 17, 2025.

Afro Mexican actors fighting racism celebrate their heritage through their plays. ... "I feel prouder of my roots, knowing that I can move away from stereotypes like playing a prostitute or a witch.

Official figures from 2024 estimate the Afro-descendant population in Mexico is 3.1 million, ... knowing that I can move away from stereotypes like playing a prostitute or a witch. That I, too, ...

“I feel prouder of my roots, knowing that I can move away from stereotypes like playing a prostitute or a witch. That I, too, can be a queen.” Mulato Teatro cast members from left to right, Caro ...

Official figures from 2024 estimate the Afro-descendant population in Mexico is 3.1 million, ... knowing that I can move away from stereotypes like playing a prostitute or a witch. That I, too, ...

“Much of the Afro-descendant population established relations and coexisted alongside different Indigenous groups, resulting in very heterogeneous communities,” she said. Official figures from 2024 ...