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Um estudo qualitativo para explorar tópicos sensíveis: Racismo e xenofobia sob a perspetiva dos polícias da PSP
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O presente estudo aborda a perceção dos polícias da Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP)
sobre os fenómenos do racismo e da xenofobia, bem como as suas opiniões sobre as
abordagens institucionais para lidar com estas temáticas. Adotou-se uma metodologia
qualitativa, com recurso à técnica de entrevista semiestruturada. Os dados recolhidos
junto de 14 polícias foram tratados através de análise de conteúdo, permitindo identificar
categorias e indicadores que refletem as perceções, experiências e críticas dos
participantes. Embora não se descrevam sistematicamente práticas discriminatórias
diretas, as falas revelam a existência de uma consciência parcial, mas significativa, sobre
manifestações de racismo e xenofobia na prática policial, sobretudo ao nível simbólico e
relacional. Os resultados também apontam lacunas importantes na formação,
nomeadamente quanto à falta de conteúdos práticos e desenvolvimento de competências
pessoais, como a gestão emocional e relacional. Observa-se ainda uma disposição para o
debate crítico e a valorização de propostas que promovam uma atuação mais alinhada
com os Direitos Humanos. Apesar de a PSP não ser percebida como particularmente
racista ou xenófoba, os polícias reconhecem que estes fenómenos existem na sociedade e
que a sua intervenção exige um posicionamento exemplar. A investigação identifica a
necessidade de reforçar o investimento em formação prática e crítica, promover uma
cultura institucional mais reflexiva e incluir mecanismos que favoreçam o
reconhecimento e o controlo dos próprios estereótipos.
This study looks at the perception of Public Security Police (PSP) officers of the phenomena of racism and xenophobia, as well as their opinions on institutional approaches to dealing with these issues. A qualitative methodology was adopted, using a semi-structured interview technique. The data collected from 14 police officers was processed using content analysis, allowing us to identify categories and indicators that reflect the participants' perceptions, experiences and criticisms. Although direct discriminatory practices are not systematically described, the statements reveal the existence of a partial but significant awareness of manifestations of racism and xenophobia in police practice, especially at a symbolic and relational level. The results also point to important gaps in training, namely the lack of practical content and the development of personal skills, such as emotional and relational management. There is also a willingness to engage in critical debate and to value proposals that promote action that is more in line with human rights. Although the PSP is not perceived as particularly racist or xenophobic, police officers recognize that these phenomena exist in society and that their intervention requires an exemplary stance. The research identifies the need to reinforce investment in practical and critical training, to promote a more reflective institutional culture and to include mechanisms that favor human rights. Although the PSP is not perceived as particularly racist or xenophobic, police officers recognize that these phenomena exist in society and that their intervention requires an exemplary stance. The research identifies the need to reinforce investment in practical and critical training, to promote a more reflective institutional culture and to include mechanisms that encourage the recognition and control of stereotypes themselves.
This study looks at the perception of Public Security Police (PSP) officers of the phenomena of racism and xenophobia, as well as their opinions on institutional approaches to dealing with these issues. A qualitative methodology was adopted, using a semi-structured interview technique. The data collected from 14 police officers was processed using content analysis, allowing us to identify categories and indicators that reflect the participants' perceptions, experiences and criticisms. Although direct discriminatory practices are not systematically described, the statements reveal the existence of a partial but significant awareness of manifestations of racism and xenophobia in police practice, especially at a symbolic and relational level. The results also point to important gaps in training, namely the lack of practical content and the development of personal skills, such as emotional and relational management. There is also a willingness to engage in critical debate and to value proposals that promote action that is more in line with human rights. Although the PSP is not perceived as particularly racist or xenophobic, police officers recognize that these phenomena exist in society and that their intervention requires an exemplary stance. The research identifies the need to reinforce investment in practical and critical training, to promote a more reflective institutional culture and to include mechanisms that favor human rights. Although the PSP is not perceived as particularly racist or xenophobic, police officers recognize that these phenomena exist in society and that their intervention requires an exemplary stance. The research identifies the need to reinforce investment in practical and critical training, to promote a more reflective institutional culture and to include mechanisms that encourage the recognition and control of stereotypes themselves.
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discriminação étnico-racial polícia de segurança pública racismo xenfobia Ethnic-racial discrimination Public Security Police racism xenophobia