Políticas públicas de esporte e lazer em Uberlândia

Abstract

The work discusses public policies on sports and leisure in Uberlândia, addressing the importance of democratizing access to these practices, considering sports as a fundamental right established by the Federal Constitution of 1988. It emphasizes the responsibility of States and Municipalities in formulating and implementing policies that promote equitable access to sports and leisure, aiming for the inclusion and participation of all citizens. The general objective of this work was to analyze public policies related to sports and leisure in the city of Uberlândia, highlighting their implementation and scope. To achieve this goal, we outlined the following specific objectives: 1) to highlight public spaces designated for leisure in the city of Uberlândia, available to the society, verifying squares, parks, and other structures that promote leisure, as described in municipal legislation; 2) to identify and analyze the actions carried out by FUTEL; and 3) to understand how the foundation contributes to promoting social well-being in the community of Uberlândia. The methodology of this research is configured as field research substantiated by bibliographic and documentary research. Finally, a mapping of public sports and leisure spaces aimed at sports practice was conducted. The study highlights the importance of public policies on sports and leisure in promoting well-being and social inclusion, emphasizing the need for actions that ensure equitable access to these practices, contributing to a healthier and more integrated society. Our intention is for this research to contribute to the production of knowledge in the field of public policies on sports and leisure and also to the development of new perspectives and more effective actions in planning and managing these policies in the city of Uberlândia.