INBRAZA is Australia’s first Baile Funk platform, founded in 2022 on the unceded lands of the Kulin Nation.
What began as a community-led response to the lack of authentic Baile Funk representation in Australia has grown into a cultural platform operating across festival programming, artist development, community engagement and international cultural exchange.
Rooted in Afro-Brazilian and Afro-diasporic culture, INBRAZA uses music as a vehicle to create pathways for artists, connect communities, and position Australia within global cultural conversations.
WHAT WE DO
Festival Programming
Creating large-scale cultural experiences across festivals and institutions.
Artist Development
Supporting emerging Australian talent through mentorship, industry pathways, and professional development.
Cultural Exchange
Connecting Australia with global creative communities through international collaborations and touring projects.
Community Engagement
Creating spaces for dialogue, education, and cultural participation through talks, workshops, and community initiatives.
OUR VALUES
Community First
We believe culture is built collectively.
Joy Is Political
Celebration can be a form of resistance.
Cultural Integrity
We honour the histories, communities, and movements that shape our work.
Access & Opportunity
We create pathways for artists who have historically been excluded from mainstream spaces.
Global Exchange
We believe meaningful cultural exchange strengthens communities and creates new possibilities.
PRESS
Luara Brandao is a Brazilian-born Founder & Cultural Director of INBRAZA
She leads INBRAZA’s festival programming, artist development and international cultural exchange, creating pathways for Australian artists and connecting the country’s creative sector with global cultural movements. Her work has been recognised through collaborations with Dark Mofo, JD Sports, New Balance and the Biennale of Sydney.
In 2025, she was named a finalist for the Australian Women in Music Awards’ Collarts Creative Leadership Award, recognising her contribution to Australia’s music and cultural landscape.
