The Organization of Extractivist Women in Southwestern Mato Grosso, Brazil

Authors

  • Maurício Ferreira Mendes Universidade Federal de Goiás (UFG)
  • Sandra Mara Alves da Silva Neves Universidade do Estado de Mato Grosso (UNEMAT)
  • Ronaldo José Neves Universidade do Estado de Mato Grosso (UNEMAT)
  • Tânia Paula da Silva Universidade do Estado de Mato Grosso (UNEMAT)

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-026X2014000100005

Abstract

Culturally the southwestern region of Mato Grosso is diverse, which can be attributed to the existence of migrant populations and traditional communities. The aim of this case study is to discuss the organization of rural women in southwestern Mato Grosso, who get their salary and help to increase family income through sustainable harvesting of native fruits of the cerrado (the savannah). The money obtained by women is expressive and has contributed significantly to the survival of the family group, as well as for the recognition of their work force and citizenship. However, public policies need to be adjusted in order to enhance the work of women in the production and reproduction of the rural family and its social contribution to regional development.

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Published

2014-05-30

How to Cite

Mendes, M. F., Neves, S. M. A. da S., Neves, R. J., & Silva, T. P. da. (2014). The Organization of Extractivist Women in Southwestern Mato Grosso, Brazil. Revista Estudos Feministas, 22(1), 71–89. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-026X2014000100005

Issue

Vol. 22 No. 1 (2014)

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Articles

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