This document lists the names of important black historical figures from Brazil and around the world, including singers, activists, writers, athletes, and former slaves who played pivotal roles in fighting racism and promoting black culture and empowerment. Some of the names mentioned are Elza Soares, Ivone Lara, João Cândido, Carolina de Jesus, Abdias do Nascimento, Lima Barreto, Malcom X, Marcus Garvey, Milton Santos, Toussaint L'Ouverture, Escrava Anastácia, Miriam Makeba, Nelson Mandela, Cartola, Wilson Simonal, Zezé Motta, Pelé, and Bob Marley.