Frei Betto

Carlos Alberto Libânio Christo, known as Frei Betto, is a prominent Brazilian theologian and one of the greatest exponents of liberation theology. Priest of the Dominican Order. Writer of progressive ideas who has supported liberation movements in Latin America. He has, among other awards, the Juca Pato award for his book "Fidel and religion"; the Solidarity Medal, from the Government of the Republic of Cuba; the Paulo Freire Trophy for Social Commitment (2000), from the Brazilian Psychology Councils and the ALBA Literature Award in recognition of his literary work.