A resistência das mãos que quebram: a organização política das mulheres na Associação de Mulheres Trabalhadoras Rurais de Lago do Junco e Lago dos Rodrigues - AMTR

Abstract

This Course Completion Work explores the trajectory of women's struggle and political organization in the Association of Rural Workers of Lago do Junco and Lago dos Rodrigues (AMTR), highlighting how they became symbols of resistance and social transformation. Facing historical and economic challenges, babassu coconut breakers have emerged as protagonists of a movement that combines environmental preservation, gender equity and the strengthening of rural communities. The study reveals how these women not only challenged exclusionary patriarchal and economic structures, but also built sustainable and supportive alternatives that value social justice and traditional knowledge. Based on a qualitative approach and a solid theoretical foundation, the research connects the local struggles of coconut breakers with broader issues, such as agrarian reform, women's rights and environmental preservation. AMTR's experience stands out as a powerful example of how collective actions can transform realities and expand the debate on gender justice, sustainable development and social rights in Brazil. This work is an invitation to reflect on the role of women as agents of change and the relevance of strengthening social movements in search of a more egalitarian and inclusive future.