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Brief Lives

Paulo Freire (1921-1997)

Bruno de Oliveira follows a philosopher of liberation through education.

Paulo Freire, a Brazilian educator and philosopher, remains one of the most influential thinkers in pedagogy (the theory of teaching) and social justice. Best known for his 1970 seminal work Pedagogy of the Oppressed, Freire’s ideas have resonated across disciplines, particularly in education, philosophy, and critical theory. His approach to education was rooted in a commitment to human liberation, emphasising the need to empower the oppressed and challenge systems of domination. His legacy is found in the transformative educational movements across the globe inspired by his ideas.

Born in Recife, Brazil, in 1921, Freire experienced poverty, hunger, and marginalisation first-hand during the Great Depression.

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