Brazil’s growing polyamory movement is challenging traditional family models through “poliaffective” unions, sparking a fierce legal and religious debate led by the Vatican and conservative lawmakers.
In a sunlit Brazilian kitchen, parents Iuli Duarte and Rafael Pissurno share breakfast with their two-year-old and their two polyamorous partners. This domestic scene represents a growing movement in Brazil where families are rejecting monogamy in favor of “poliaffective” unions. As sound technician Mr. Pissurno explains, “We don’t have just one friend to do everything with, right? So why should we expect one romantic partner to fill all our needs?”
Despite the nation’s sensual reputation, Brazil remains deeply conservative, and the rise of multi-partner families has faced significant opposition. Pope Leo XIV recently warned against the “trivialization of adultery” and the “fragility of unions” inherent in polyamory. While some notaries once registered these triads as common law unions, judicial regulators and conservative lawmakers are currently pushing for a definitive legal ban to protect traditional structures.
Supporters argue that polyamory offers a more “honest and just” way to build relationships, particularly for those identifying as bisexual or pansexual. Online communities and public events, such as polyamorous pool parties in Rio, provide a safe space for these families to connect. As Ms. Duarte notes, the support of multiple partners was vital during her pregnancy, describing her chosen family as the “village” required to raise a child.
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