Mapeamento e análise da distribuição espacial dos estabelecimentos públicos de saúde e educação básica em Chapecó (2022)

Abstract

Socio-spatial inequalities are increasingly present in the configuration of geographic space, a reflection of the globalized world. It is essential for the geographer to perceive the presence of phenomena linked to social injustices and to emphasize the importance of the State in the fight against inequalities. The objectivity of this Course Completion Work consists of mapping data related to the location of public health and basic education establishments in the municipality of Chapecó, to verify their spatial distribution in the territory. In addition to discussing the presence of public policies in the municipality, the issue of access to services, mobility and availability of services is discussed with the support of theoretical material by Milton Santos, which brings important reflections on the topic in general. The methodological path, firstly, consists of readings and discussions about urbanization and its concepts, which, linked to the theme, allow us to reflect on the current urban dynamics of Chapecó. Secondly, with the data collection and subsequent mapping, it allows a visual reading of the distribution of establishments in the geographic space. From this, the discussion and measurement of data is presented, verifying the discrepancies regarding access to services by the most needy populations. Finally, the theme contributes to the understanding of geographic thinking, assuming importance in the face of understanding inequalities and the need for efficient public policies.