O olhar gráfico da etnografia: mulheres, moradia e mobilização política na ocupação Carlos Marighella

Abstract

The research conducted between 2021-2023 aims to comprehend the organization of residents in the Carlos Marighella Occupation (OCM) in Fortaleza/CE, considering the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic since August 2020, the beginning of the occupation. The leading role of women in the occupation is emphasized, as they take the lead in confrontations with the police, participate in demonstrations, create posters, and advocate for dignified housing. In this context, other objectives include documenting the transformations in the occupied urban spaces, using ethnographic drawing as a tool to record and analyze these changes; examining the importance of highlighting memory and instances of violence, as well as community resistance, to understand the unique dynamics of these urban spaces. In the methodology, an ethnographic lens and visual drawings are employed to explore the memories of the interlocutors. The research not only seeks to understand the community's daily life but also to analyze interpersonal relationships, emerging hierarchies, and innovative forms of resistance and collectivity. The central issue explores not only how residents adapt to adverse conditions but also how the experience of the occupation contributes to the reconstruction of community identities, influencing public policies, urban planning, and the understanding of urban social processes in Fortaleza, especially at the unique intersection of the pandemic, occupations, and local social fabric. The results highlight the significance of women as key interlocutors, providing a broadened perspective on housing beyond the physical space. The incorporation of visual anthropology enriches the understanding of the residents' experience, contributing to a more comprehensive and inclusive narrative in the construction of anthropological knowledge.