A LOOK AT THE SOCIAL CARTOGRAPHY IN THE TITLED QUILOMBOS OF SERGIPE: REPRESENTING TERRITORIAL DYNAMICS, DESIRES, AND LOCAL CULTURE

Abstract

Social cartography is an essential tool for the valorization of quilombola territories, allowing the participatory representation of lived spaces and the preservation of collective memory. In the state of Sergipe, quilombos face important challenges related to territorial governance, cultural preservation, sustainable development, and quality of life. The present study aims to analyze the application of social cartography in the quilombola territories titled Sergipe, with emphasis on the participatory representation of lived spaces, cultural preservation, and the articulation of technical and traditional knowledge for community empowerment. The research adopts a qualitative approach, using focus group workshops held in four titled quilombos in Sergipe. The data were collected through informal conversations, on-site observation, and analysis of the maps produced by the communities. The results indicate that social cartography has a significant impact on the autonomy of quilombolas, allowing greater visibility of their demands and expanding the possibilities of claiming rights. The collaborative maps, reflect symbolic and material elements that are important to the quilombola identity, as they highlight the relationship between territory, culture, and ancestry. It is concluded that social cartography is an effective strategy in the struggle for recognition and search for more inclusive public policies, contributing to the construction of a development model that is aligned with the needs and perspectives of quilombola communities.