Mulher, política, família e espaços de poder : estudo a respeito da trajetória da política sergipana, Maria Mendonça

Abstract

This Bachelor's Thesis aims to analyze the trajectory of Maria Vieira de Mendonça, a politician from the State of Sergipe. The objective is to deepen the relationship between gender, family, and politics, investigating how women have been integrated into political activity and what forms of participation have characterized female involvement in politics. This work will address a case study of Maria Mendonça's political trajectory, a woman and former deputy from Sergipe, who is part of the Mendonça political group, initially led by Chico de Miguel, and subsequently by his sons and daughters. The methodological procedures used were based on qualitative and historical approaches, combining document analysis, news articles, interviews, bibliographic material, and a review of literature related to women in politics. After the research stage, it was observed that female underrepresentation in politics is linked to socially constructed gender roles. It was also noted that while opportunities exist, challenges are faced by women entering the political arena through family connections, and that the analysis of political trajectories contributes to a broader understanding of the complexities and experiences of women in politics and positions of power.