The Brazilian Women's Union (UBM) has officially petitioned the National Justice Council (CNJ) to revisit an earlier ruling that dismissed a complaint against Carlos Augusto Amaral Oliveira, a minister of the Superior Military Court (STM). The complaint stems from remarks made by Oliveira suggesting that STM president Maria Elizabeth should have better studied the court's history, following her apologies to victims of Brazil's military dictatorship from 1964 to 1985. This suggestion is perceived as a sexist dismissal of her leadership and acknowledgement of past injustices.

In a statement, UBM highlighted the need for the CNJ to take a principled stance on gender discrimination, especially given that a previous decision to file this complaint was unilaterally decided by Minister Mauro Campbell Marques, who claimed Oliveira's actions were within legal boundaries. The UBM's request emphasizes the urgency of addressing misogyny and discrimination within judicial settings, urging that current frameworks uphold not just legal standards but also societal justice and accountability.

Vanja An, a representative from the UBM, reiterated the commitment of Brazil's three powers to a zero-tolerance policy against violence and discrimination towards women. She stressed that without meaningful interventions, the culture of impunity and gender-based violence will persist. The UBM's appeal signifies an ongoing struggle for women's rights and accountability within institutions traditionally dominated by male voices, marking a critical moment for Brazil's legal and social landscape.