Angelina Jolie and Minister of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil

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Angelina Jolie met with Brazil’s Minister of Indigenous Peoples and received a sacred gift

“She had the opportunity to get to know an indigenous territory and more of the culture of indigenous people in Brazil"

Senior Writer

APRIL 7, 2025 3:39 PM EDTAPR 7, 2025, 3:39 PM EDT

Angelina Jolie made a meaningful stop in São Paulo on April 4, 2025, during her time in the country, where she visited the Center for Human Rights and Citizenship of Immigrants (CDHIC) in Tatuapé, a neighborhood located east of the city.

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The Hollywood star, who is also known for her humanitarian work, extended her visit far beyond the initially planned 20-minute stay, spending over an hour and a half at the center.

Angelina Jolie with local communities and indigenous groups in Brazil

The visit is part of the star's ongoing commitment to advocating for global humanitarian causes, with a special focus on refugees, vulnerable populations, and human rights.

During her time at the CDHIC, Angelina was warmly received by both local communities and indigenous groups, further highlighting her role in raising awareness about issues affecting marginalized populations worldwide.

Angelina's visit also included a meeting with Brazil’s Minister of Indigenous Peoples, Sonia Guajajara. The actress was presented with a gift during their discussion, described as a necklace made with sacred seeds for the Guajajara people.

The special moment symbolized the meaningful presence of the star in the country, honored with a gift after being deeply invested in social causes.

Angelina Jolie was presented with seeds of the tiriricaplant by Sonia Guajajara, Minister of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil — Angelina Jolie was presented with seeds of the tiririca plant by Sonia Guajajara, Minister of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil

“She had the opportunity to get to know an indigenous territory and more of the culture of indigenous people in Brazil," Sonia stated. “This is an important effort by the international community to recognize that survival and building a possible future for the world comes through the struggle of indigenous peoples," she added. "Thanks for the visit Angelina, you will always be welcome in Brazil."

Her presence in Brazil sparked a great deal of attention, particularly from the indigenous communities and Brazilian citizens who value her advocacy. This meeting is yet another step in Angelina's long-standing dedication to human rights work across the globe.

Angelina has a busy schedule, as she was recently in Paris filming her new movie 'Couture' directed by French filmmaker Alice Winocour, which is described as a fashion drama. The actress prefers to keep her personal life private. However, she is known for spending quality time with her kids.

Most recently, the star made headlines for her divorce from Brad Pitt, as the pair finalized the divorce 8 years after their split, reaching a settlement and marking the start of a new life chapter for both.