A importância do trabalho dos/as catadores/as de materiais recicláveis: aspectos históricos, sociais e econômicos

Abstract

This work reflects on some historical, social, economic and social determinations that will influence the stigmatization of the work carried out by recyclable material collectors in Brazil, and consequently contribute to the understanding of the denial of this work, which is so important for the development of society . The type of research was qualitative of an exploratory nature, which allowed an approximation of reality with a more critical and in-depth look, seeking to understand what social factors exist in that reality, which somehow influence relationships, the way of life and work . For data collection, bibliographic and documentary research was used, and the method of analysis of reality used was intersectionality, which debates the need to articulate social relations of power and social markers of gender, race and class. It was learned that in addition to the struggle for recognition and guarantee of fundamental labor rights, it is important to strengthen society's relationship with waste pickers, with regard to raising awareness of the life cycle of waste through consumption.