Bem gaúcha: representações do protagonismo feminino na 13ª Região Tradicionalista

Abstract

This work aims to identify and map women who are protagonists in the 13th Traditionalist Region, thus verifying circumstances of subjugation of the female role in this space as well as the importance of inserting them as subjects and understanding their perceptions about this inclusion. The historical and cultural narratives of Rio Grande do Sul and the stereotyped view of power do not consider the representations of the social structure that women condition. This context was the motto for gender reflections based on the gaucho culture, seeking to meet and / or understand the unique demands of these traditionalists. We chose for qualitative research, which was established based on two instruments: the semi-structured questionnaire, which was applied through the Google Forms platform, and the free word association technique, both complementing the chosen methodology, Social Representation. Analyzing the reports, women show particular and distinct life trajectories and pointed out the strategies formed to overcome the difficulties encountered and be protagonists in their functions. There were incidences of academic training, competence properties that were referred to for the better execution of the position and attributed as an important factor for foundation and recognition. Furthermore, we realize that traditionalists identify patriarchy rooted in traditionalism and struggle to combat it, seeking gender equality in this socio-cultural context.