Um estudo avaliativo da Casa da Mulher Brasileira em Fortaleza-CE na implementação da política pública de enfrentamento à violência doméstica e familiar contra a mulher

Abstract

This research aims to evaluate the public policy to combat domestic and family violence against women, offered by the Casa da Mulher Brasileira, in the city of Fortaleza (CE). The choice of the research locus is due to the fact that it is a space that brings together the main equipment for assisting women in situations of domestic and family violence. With this focus, this research is an evaluative study from the theoretical-methodological and political counter hegemonic perspective, understood as an epistemological category, taking into account the In Depth Assessment (AP) methodology. The choice of the In-Depth Assessment is based on the decision for a more complete evaluative analysis of the process of formulation, implementation and development of the policy under evaluation, through the social, historical and economic context, in addition to seeking issues that cannot be simply quantified, such as the universe of meanings that surround the main subjects involved. Based on the hypothesis that the Maria da Penha Law (Law No. 11,340/2006) alone is not capable of preventing and suppressing domestic and family violence against women, it is necessary to adopt specific public policies to achieve this goal. Bibliographic research combined with documentary research was also used, in addition to news and official data available on digital platforms. Among the research findings, the importance of broad dissemination of services and service locations stands out. Budget dispute with the objective of expanding services and internalizing the policy, aiming to reach all users. There is a profile of women, a type of violence that is more recurrent and a generational history of violence that is perpetuated. It is important to emphasize that it is essential to promote activities outside the CMB, such as: lectures, debates, visits to companies, schools, universities, health units and communities, contributing to the prevention and awareness of the situation of violence in which a considerable portion of women in our state live. In addition to the ongoing education of the team of professionals and sensitivity to work with victims of domestic violence to avoid revictimization. It is also noted that the policy is gaining visibility among users who are increasingly seeking care at the units, increasing its validity and social recognition. These findings aim to contribute to expanding the understanding of the public policy to combat domestic and family violence against women, especially regarding the functioning of the Casa da Mulher Brasileira, in Fortaleza.