Tecnologias sociais hídricas para convivência com o semiárido no Assentamento Serra do Monte, Cabaceiras-PB

Abstract

The study aims to understand the coexistence with semi-arid and the use of water social technologies in Serra do Monte rural settlement, in Cabaceiras-PB. The study area is characterized by semi aridity and water shortage, combined with a low efficiency of public policies, which remained, historically, based by the conception of combat drought and reduction its effects. However, in recent decades, there has been a paradigm shift with regard to the formulation of policies and actions directed to the semi-arid region, which are based by the concept of coexistence with the semiarid. Thus, social technologies, from non-aggressive practices to the environment can contribute to both the development of local knowledge and techniques as for improvement of the living conditions of those residing in Monte Serra rural settlement. The study is based on descriptive-reflective approach as a reference for the analysis of the experiences and results from the uses of social technologies and practices related to the coexistence with the semiarid. Therefore, several research procedures were performed, including: literature survey, secondary data collection and field work for photographic records and semi-structured interviews with local leaders. The possibility of incorporating actions focused on sustainability and social inclusion is something under scientific construction. In this process, social technologies, such as those discussed in this study, have allowed people to remain in the settlement and also improve their living conditions.