Análise das políticas públicas de economia solidária no fomento ao turismo sustentável: um estudo de caso em Resplendor-MG

Abstract

The solidarity economy has emerged as a viable alternative to promote local development, while seeking to mitigate social inequalities and promote sustainable practices. However, the specific impact of public solidarity economy policies on the sustainable tourism sector is still poorly understood. In this sense, the objective of this work was to analyze the effectiveness of

public solidarity economy policies in promoting local and sustainable tourism in Resplendor- MG. The qualitative research involved carrying out a bibliographic and documentary survey in

addition to semi-structured interviews with strategic interlocutors involved directly or indirectly in public policies aimed at solidarity tourism in Resplendor and also with local actors, such as social entrepreneurs, community members local. The results show that solidarity economy initiatives are still incipient in the municipality. Thus, support and encouragement for projects in this direction can contribute to the incorporation of sustainability assumptions and improvement of local commerce, through the generation of jobs and new business opportunities, anchored in cultural strengthening and appreciation of associative and solidarity practices.