Classe e raça: a população jovem em conflito com a lei na Unidade de Internação Masculina Extensão II – UIME II

Abstract

This monograph aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the social dynamics that affect young people in conflict with the law, highlighting the intersections between class and race. It goes on to investigate how social vulnerability impacts this population, specifically examining how it contributes to the manifestation of violence, considering the variables of class and race. With this in mind, it aims to understand the panorama of socio-educational measures and the role of social services in implementing these measures in the Male Internment Unit Extension II (UIME II) in Maceió. In order to achieve the proposed objectives, it presents a comprehensive theoretical and historical retrospective of Brazil's social and economic dynamics, from colonization to the present day, highlighting the marked influence of slavery in the formation of Brazil. Throughout this history, racial and social inequalities have persisted, profoundly shaping Brazilian society. The legal field is addressed, revealing how the modernization of the legal system has not resulted in advances in equal rights. On the contrary, racist and sexist stereotypes were perpetuated, with criminal law being used as a tool to maintain social inequalities. The period from the First Republic to the present day is characterized by liberal policies that favored the elites, neglecting the racial issue and leaving black people marginalized in the job market. These inequalities are also reflected in the socio-educational system, where young black people in conflict with the law face accentuated vulnerabilities. The study of child and youth protection policies reveals an evolution, from discriminatory measures to the adoption of the Doctrine of Integral Protection. In the specific context of Alagoas, the socio-educational system has undergone transformations, reflecting government efforts to address violence as a cultural issue. However, structural challenges persist, especially those related to racial and socio-economic inequalities and access to education. The work of the social worker emerges as essential in promoting social justice and building a more inclusive and egalitarian society, in coherence with the profession's ethical and political project.