SOCIAL PEDAGOGY: AN APPROACH FOR THE RESIGNIFICATION OF THE DEPRIVED-OF-FREEDOM SUBJECT

Abstract

Social Pedagogy has been established as an educational approach focused on inclusion and social transformation, particularly for individuals in vulnerable and marginalized situations. This study analyzes its role in promoting citizenship and reducing social inequalities, highlighting its relationship with non-formal education and its importance as a complementary tool to traditional schooling. The research explores the origins of Social Pedagogy in Europe and its adaptation to the Brazilian context, demonstrating how this approach contributes to empowering historically excluded groups. Additionally, it examines the relationship between social inequality and crime, emphasizing the impact of education on the rehabilitation of incarcerated individuals. The study also discusses public policies and regulatory frameworks that support education as a fundamental right, as well as the challenges faced in its effective implementation. Through a literature review and theoretical reflections, the study concludes that Social Pedagogy does not replace formal schooling but enhances access to knowledge and significantly contributes to building a more just and equitable society, where education plays a crucial role in promoting dignity and strengthening citizenship.