Ângelo Fernandes is the founder and president of Quebrar o Silêncio - the first Portuguese NGO specialized in supporting male survivors of violence and sexual abuse. Defendor of human rights, gender equality and feminism, Ângelo works to deconstruct the traditional values of masculinity and to promote caring and transformative masculinities. He supports the active participation of men and boys in the promotion and achievement of an equitable society in which women and men enjoy full equality of rights and opportunities.

Quebrar o Silêncio Association: 

Quebrar o Silêncio (Breaking the Silence) is the first a non-profit NGO of specialized in supporting male survivors of violence and sexual abuse. In addition of supporting male survivors, Quebrar o Silêncio works to promote the prevention of sexual violence against boys and girls by raising awareness in schools and training for professionals. Quebrar o Silêncio also works for a society in which women and men have equal rights and opportunities, promoting non-violent values with boys and men.