Participationism and Identity Differentialism in Relations between State and Social Movements in Brazil (2003-2010)

Abstract

This work discusses the relationship between State and social movements through the analysis of discourses on participation and the constitution of identity boundaries around themes that involve youth and LGBT movements (Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals, Transvestites and Transsexuals). Qualitative research with semi-structured interviews, document analysis and field observation. Were conducted 26 semi-structured interviews with activists who, between 2003 and 2010, held government positions. The results are organized through two discourses: (a) The discourse of participationism, which points out meanings and ambiguities about social participation; (b) The discourse of identity differentialism, which identifies treatments to identities and differences. These discourses offer a conceptual basis for the analysis of the effects of participationism and identity fragmentation in organizational processes and strategies of social movements, as well as for the relationship between actors.