Roberto Teixeira da Costa was awarded the Mário de Andrade prize by Governor João Doria of São Paulo. The award was a way to recognize and honor those who kept São Paulo culture alive during the Covid-19 pandemic. The award also celebrates the resumption of cultural and creative operations in São Paulo. 

The Mário de Andrade award was created in 1977 by the Government of São Paulo and aims to recognize and honor those who stand out for their contributions to the culture and creative economy of São Paulo in the fields of literature and management. 

Roberto Teixeira da Costa is a Member of the Inter-American Dialogue.