Violence and Territory in Women’s Artisanal Fishing

Sâmila Lima (UFC, Brazil/ CBS) presents her doctoral research project on how offshore wind projects may affect women fishermen and shellfish gatherers along the Brazilian coast.

This study is part of a larger doctoral research project examining how offshore wind projects may affect women fishermen and shellfish gatherers along the Brazilian coast. It seeks to deepen the understanding of the forms of violence experienced by women in artisanal fishing contexts. Using a thematic analysis, the study identifies and interprets how different types of violence emerge from women’s narratives and experiences. The thematic analysis revealed forms of violence that are present in the daily lives of fisherwomen. Based on the data collected, the analysis identified four main types of violence: Interpersonal violence, Gender violence, Institutional violence and Structural violence.

About Sâmila Lima

Sâmila Lima, Brazilian, is pursuing a doctorate in Brazil and is currently on an exchange program in Denmark. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences and a Master's in Development and Environment. In recent years, she has worked directly with Social Cartography and participatory methods, especially with coastal communities.