Summary
Based on the realisation that human ageing is a contemporary reality in Brazil, this master's thesis contemporary reality in Brazil, this master's thesis investigates the challenges
present in Brazilian education cities, considering the increase in longevity
longevity and the projected increase in the number of elderly people over the coming decades.
The research is based on the theme of ageing from the perspective of
Educating Cities, addressing the dimensions of public policies with a focus on
lifelong education. The research is qualitative in nature, based on a bibliographical
review and documentary analysis. Its approach is descriptive and exploratory.
characterised as critical-reflexive, proposing a debate on the processes and
dimensions that make up the human ageing scenario, thinking about
Educating Cities, aligning them with the precepts of the International Association of
Educating Cities. We also chose the discursive textual method of analysis.
By studying the contribution of education, in conjunction with other areas of knowledge and specific legislation
areas of knowledge and specific legislation protecting the elderly, we sought to
to understand how the process of guaranteeing active ageing for the elderly takes place.
population, leading the research to reflect on best practices to make this right effective.
this right effective. To this end, we relate the experiences of Sesc Rio Grande do
Sul, declaring its educational potential in the territories where it is present, by
promoting specific actions for adults in times of ageing,
stimulating protagonism and social participation. The relationship between
and lifelong education reflects the institutional principles and commitments
principles and commitments, which are geared towards contributing to a fairer and more equal
fairer and more egalitarian education, with the participation of all subjects, and therefore with representation at all stages of life.
at all stages of life. The study shows how important and significant the educational
educational impact of these actions on society, by establishing the defence of the
active potential of the elderly. Sesc has shown itself to be an institution
concerned with the well-being and quality of life of this public, constantly adapting
constantly adapting to the new challenges and social needs that
arise over the years. The experiences of Social Work with the Elderly
developed by Sesc is in line with the Charter of Educating Cities and the ideals of the movement.
and the ideals of the movement, reverberating values of inclusion, equality, social justice
democracy, coexistence between different cultures and dialogue between generations.