Social Technologies for Social Inclusion in Traditional Communities in the Amazon

Abstract

There is a widely recognized consensus in contemporary society and the academic community that education is crucial for a nation's socioeconomic development. This paper presents the research experience, outreach, and curricular internship of the Grupo de Pesquisa Interação, employing the Interaction Method (Action-Research) approach to train professionals for working with riverside communities in the Amazon region. The research employs a comprehensive set of data collection techniques, such as bibliographic and documentary research, semi-structured surveys, interviews with key informants, and both group and individual dynamics with domestic-family groups to encourage participation from local community members and institutions. The results aim to provide community organizations and domestic-family groups with environmentally sustainable innovations and social technologies. Additionally, they offer qualified support to regional public policy institutions for developing affirmative actions geared towards citizenship and social inclusion.