Análise do processo de implementação dos Fóruns Territoriais de Fortaleza: um estudo de caso sobre o território Centro, Moura Brasil e Praia de Iracema

Abstract

This study analyzes the implementation of territorial forums in the municipality of Fortaleza, focusing on Territory 1, comprised of the neighborhoods of Centro, Moura Brasil, and Praia de Iracema. The objective is to investigate how the territorial forums were established in the city. The study adopts a scientific approach, utilizing participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and content analysis. The research examines the actions of the municipal government since the beginning of the planning meetings in 2018, aimed at creating these instruments of social participation. The objective of these actions is to establish a new model of municipal and territorial governance, where social participation is fundamental for enabling governance. The territorial forums are seen as spaces for dialogue between the population of the territory and the municipal management.The main question guiding the study is: How was the implementation of territorial forums carried out in Fortaleza? The research seeks to answer this question through the analysis of eight respondents who share their experiences with the neighborhood, their initial contact with the territorial forum, perceptions of participation, and other relevant aspects. The results reveal a strong sense of belonging among the participants, as well as the need for constant mobilization of residents, request and follow-up of demands, and observation of economic and social divergences in the studied territory. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the implementation of territorial forums in the municipality of Fortaleza, with Territory 1 as the subject of study. The research methodology includes participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and content analysis. The results obtained so far indicate a strong sense of belonging among participants, as well as the need for constant mobilization of residents and the observation of economic and social divergences in the territory.