Profissionalizando mulheres em vulnerabilidade social: produzindo sabonete para viver com dignidade no Instituto Mãos Solidárias

Abstract

This paper aims to present a training experience aimed at women in situations of social vulnerability, supported by the Mãos Solidárias Institute, through a research project. The course, entitled “Producing Soap”, was planned and implemented based on activities developed in a PAIC project, which included mapping institutions that assist women in situations of vulnerability in the city of Itacoatiara/AM, as well as organizing theoretical and practical classes focused on soap production. The aim was to train these women, offering practical and entrepreneurial training on soap production, with a view to expanding opportunities, promoting dignity and strengthening financial autonomy. Three classes were designed and delivered, with theoretical and practical approaches. The data analyzed were obtained through the application of a questionnaire. It was concluded that the results achieved were significant for the training of future entrepreneurs, contributing to strengthening the financial independence of the participants.