Políticas sexuais e produção de conhecimento no Brasil: situando estudos sobre sexualidade e suas conexões

Abstract

This article seeks to situate actors and events that permeate the recent trajectory of the studies related to sexuality in Brazil, paying attention to their connection with women, gender and feminisms studies. Considering this, situates relations with broader political and social processes involving sexuality. Special concerning is dedicated to dynamics related to the LGBT movement (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) and to policies directed at them, as well as political agenda established in international forums, like the United Nations Conferences. Finally, it presents a national mapping of research groups which focus on women, gender and sexuality.