The Outliv(ing) of Indigenous Peoples amid the world of "Labor"

Abstract

Introduction: Both nationally and internationally, advances have been made in recognizing the collective rights of indigenous peoples. However, even with all these legal changes, in Brazil, ignorance or disregard for the role of diversity has solidified an almost always negative "worldview" regarding indigenous peoples. In this context, it is important to highlight the process of vulnerability and exploitation, especially in the labor practices to which these peoples are subjected.

Objective: To demonstrate the conditions of vulnerability to which indigenous peoples are exposed in labor practices, especially the Guarani and Kaiowá. Additionally, it will be analyzed the factors that contribute to this vulnerability and presented some actions undertaken by branches linked to the Judiciary to mitigate the situation of violence.

Methodology: This study utilizes a bibliographic research methodology, grounded in a literature review concerning the history and rights of indigenous peoples and the dynamics of labor practices. Additionally, the technique of participant observation is employed.

Results: It is demonstrated that the violation of the rights of indigenous peoples, particularly the Guarani and Kaiowá, in their labor relations, stems from a series of violences that originated with state public policies conceived and implemented throughout their historical process.

Conclusion:  Ensuring decent working conditions for indigenous peoples is a complex challenge that requires coordinated actions from the State, employers, the non-indigenous population, and the indigenous communities themselves. However, if there is no resolution to the issue concerning indigenous lands, "any state policy of an assistentialist nature towards the Guarani and Kaiowá communities will be merely palliative."

KEYWORDS: Guarani and Kaiowá. Indigenous Peoples. Labor Relations.