Rufina Beach and Sustainable Development: The Role of Women …
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11 Sustainable Experiences Adopted in the Fresh Waters
of Rufina Beach
Positive initiatives ensure environmental conservation, allowing a harmonious coexistence with the citizens. It is possible to highlight the use of rowing canoes, equipment made of wood from the region, the use of water and the beach used by small
groups of people held on the night moon and the stars, during full moon nights with
jokes and chants, thus reducing the impact on the environment, thus contributing to
environmental sustainability. The waste produced by groups of people during the
tours are brought by each visitor. Sensitivity attitudes occur with the handling of the
flora, with no vegetable being cut down or burnt and not allowing to take anything
from nature. The integration of deforestation and burn prevention actions are important. The absence of children and/or adolescents in tourist activities contribute to this
care with the environment. The emphasis given to the use of the rest of the wood
when falling naturally, as is the case of seeds and woods, and used in the construction of handicraft pieces, are all important aspects of these geotourism activities, and
important social responsibility actions.
12 Final Considerations and Future Directions
Reflecting on the SDGs, with regard to specific SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 11 and 14,
small actions and attitudes of citizens, aiming to preserve the environment can be
observed in the Mucajaí, RR, Brazil region studied, although not yet fully implemented. Environmental issues, responsibility and commitment to the preservation
of geotourism, are presented in this text as an alternative in favour of nature and
environmental promotion.
This municipality has historically registered a high number of important activities made by females, symbolizing that women are supported and well accepted in
executive work and, more recently, also in the tourism sector. These characteristics
demonstrate the projection of women as full citizens in comparison with men in
conducting tourist activities and dealing with nature in environmental conservation.
Thus, with regard to the tourism services in Mucajaí, women also act in this sector
with dedication and great responsibility in the face of nature and in terms of a relevant
social role, intending to provide income to families.
Despite the obvious limitations regarding the women’s role in society, the actions
developed need to be improved to ensure the progress of all women living in the
Amazon. Government is still the largest investor in capacity building and dissemination, exploiting the high potentials available in forests and wetlands that need to be
preserved for humanity, and women may actively contribute to assist local authorities
in a more equal society, playing an essential role in terms of social responsibility and
sustainable development. A financial stimulus, with proper planning and technical
373
11 Sustainable Experiences Adopted in the Fresh Waters
of Rufina Beach
Positive initiatives ensure environmental conservation, allowing a harmonious coexistence with the citizens. It is possible to highlight the use of rowing canoes, equipment made of wood from the region, the use of water and the beach used by small
groups of people held on the night moon and the stars, during full moon nights with
jokes and chants, thus reducing the impact on the environment, thus contributing to
environmental sustainability. The waste produced by groups of people during the
tours are brought by each visitor. Sensitivity attitudes occur with the handling of the
flora, with no vegetable being cut down or burnt and not allowing to take anything
from nature. The integration of deforestation and burn prevention actions are important. The absence of children and/or adolescents in tourist activities contribute to this
care with the environment. The emphasis given to the use of the rest of the wood
when falling naturally, as is the case of seeds and woods, and used in the construction of handicraft pieces, are all important aspects of these geotourism activities, and
important social responsibility actions.
12 Final Considerations and Future Directions
Reflecting on the SDGs, with regard to specific SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 11 and 14,
small actions and attitudes of citizens, aiming to preserve the environment can be
observed in the Mucajaí, RR, Brazil region studied, although not yet fully implemented. Environmental issues, responsibility and commitment to the preservation
of geotourism, are presented in this text as an alternative in favour of nature and
environmental promotion.
This municipality has historically registered a high number of important activities made by females, symbolizing that women are supported and well accepted in
executive work and, more recently, also in the tourism sector. These characteristics
demonstrate the projection of women as full citizens in comparison with men in
conducting tourist activities and dealing with nature in environmental conservation.
Thus, with regard to the tourism services in Mucajaí, women also act in this sector
with dedication and great responsibility in the face of nature and in terms of a relevant
social role, intending to provide income to families.
Despite the obvious limitations regarding the women’s role in society, the actions
developed need to be improved to ensure the progress of all women living in the
Amazon. Government is still the largest investor in capacity building and dissemination, exploiting the high potentials available in forests and wetlands that need to be
preserved for humanity, and women may actively contribute to assist local authorities
in a more equal society, playing an essential role in terms of social responsibility and
sustainable development. A financial stimulus, with proper planning and technical