Influência da pobreza familiar na reincidência da rapariga no Centro de acolhimento: estudo de caso do Centro de apoio à rapariga necessitada (2021 - 2024)

Abstract

The main objective of this study is to Analise the influence of family poverty on the recurrence of girls at the support center for Girls in Need in Liberdade (2021-2024). Data collection was conducted through questionnaires and observation guides, enabling a triangulation of the information obtained. The analysis was based on Amartya Sen’s capability theory, which links poverty to limited choices and opportunities, contribibuiting to the return of Girls to the center after family reintegration. The study also addresses the social the social issue of poverty, emphasizing the challenges faced by families in vulnerable contexts. The hypotheses were tested and confirmed, reinforcing the understanding that poverty is a central factor in recurrence. The role of the social worker proved to be fundamental in mediating between the center, families, and the community, in alignment with the National Social action plan, which guides social protection and promotion in Mozambique.