Informational access connections of quilombola generations

Abstract

Competent access to information is crucial for the construction of knowledge and favors the emancipation of quilombola people. Therefore, the aim is to understand the perception of quilombola generations regarding access to information resources. To meet this intention, qualitative research was undertaken in the Quilombo Remaining Community of Praia Grande, on Ilha de Maré, located in the city of Salvador, at Bahia brazilian's State. The research techniques chosen were the interview and the application of a form. The results lead us to the understanding that for adults, access to information proved to be deficient, as they needed to dedicate themselves to work. Children, in turn, access information resources at school, however, they admit that parents mediate access to reading in their homes. On the other hand, with the absence of mediation, they tend to access social media as a priority. It is concluded, therefore, that actions to promote Information literacy and reading practices can help them access information resources that they need in their daily lives, especially with regard to learning and to emancipate themselves as citizens.