A Spanish tradition of people wearing blackface to represent one of the Three Wise Men -- or Three Kings -- in parades across the country has sparked calls to end the controversial practice
to represent one of the Three Wise Men -- or Three Kings -- in parades across the country has sparked calls to end the controversial practice.
In several Spanish towns and cities, including Alcoy in Valencia and Igualada in Catalonia, Balthazar's assistants wear blackface during parades. Afrofeminas argues that the old tradition perpetuates modern injustices. The"dehumanizing stereotypes" peddled by the practice stoke further prejudice against migrant populations in the places where the parades are held, the group adds.
Yet despite criticism, preparations for this year's parade, which will be held on Friday, press on. The organizers of the event in Igualada told CNN that"about 1,000 volunteers" will participate in the parade."Participation for this celebration is open to the entire population, without any type of distinction or discrimination," said the Organizing Committee of the Cavalcade of the Kings of Igualada.
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