Reflexões sobre o feminismo camponês e popular em interface com a agroecologia

Abstract

Agroecology as a project for social transformation has been strengthened by the actions of peasant women, who are at the forefront of defending the environment even though they are often made invisible. The Peasant Women's Movement (MMC) is one of the protagonists of this mobilization in Brazil, as it promotes sustainable development and combats gender-based violence and inequality in land distribution. This dissertation proposed to reflect on peasant and popular feminism in interface with Agroecology based on the actions of the MMC. The methodology used is bibliographical research and the work is based on a qualitative analysis based on booklets, books and the MMC itself. The research problem lies in the need to understand how Agroecology is present in the popular and peasant feminism of the aforementioned movement. The research chapters address Agroecology in conceptual aspects and its social scope, the history and relationship of peasant women with the land and the role of peasant and popular feminism in the MMC's agroecological actions. It can be concluded that the movement's actions during this period strengthened Agroecology as a social and cultural practice, highlighting peasant and popular feminism as essential for environmental and social sustainability. The movement has given visibility to women's work, recognizing them as protagonists of agroecological development. The research assumes relevance by highlighting the role of peasant women in environmental preservation and the search for equity, contributing to social transformation.