A gestão democrática e contribuições do grêmio estudantil

Abstract

The implementation of a student union is a fundamental strategy to promote citizenship, youth protagonism and the construction of a more democratic and participatory school environment. The research aims to investigate how the creation of student unions can impact school management and the formation of a culture of participation among students. The general objective of this work is to analyze the importance of student unions for democratic school management. And the specific objectives are: to identify the main functions and responsibilities of student unions; to discuss the challenges faced in the implementation of a student union; to evaluate the meaning and importance of student participation in the democratic management of the school. The methodology adopted was a bibliographic review, based on scientific articles and theoretical material already produced on the subject. The results found revealed that student unions play a crucial role in promoting participation and democracy in Brazilian schools. The analysis of the functions of student unions demonstrated that, in addition to being spaces for student representation, they foster skills such as leadership, teamwork and citizenship. However, challenges such as lack of institutional support and student demotivation limit their effectiveness. The research indicated that active student participation in school decisions contributes to a more inclusive and collaborative environment. We conclude that, despite the challenges, student unions are essential for building a participatory and democratic culture in educational institutions, and that greater investment and support are essential to strengthen their performance and ensure the effectiveness of their mission.