Pigozi PL, Wendt GW, Mendes R, Akerman M. Conversation circles through the lens of Freirean praxis and their impact on the perception of declining school bullying. Interface (Botucatu). 2023; 27:220681. Doi: https://doi.org/10.1590/interface.220681
Abstract
The aim of this study was to analyze and assess conversation circles as a participatory and educational tool capable of having an impact on the perception of declining school bullying among adolescents. Using semi-structured interviews, we conducted a qualitative study with 18 middle school students in the state of São Paulo. The results were analyzed through the lens of Freirean praxis and demonstrated that the tool fostered a broaden understanding of this type of aggressive behavior, helped break the silence on hitherto non-verbalized bullying and had an impact on the perception of declining bullying. It is highlighted that conversation circles are not conceived as a tool for resolving and stemming bullying, but rather a complementary participatory method of support that can help denormalize school violence and promote the emancipation of the individuals involved.
Keywords
Conversation circles; Bullying; Adolescence; School violence
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