Joana D'Arc Teixeira

About the Author

Joana D'Arc Teixeira is a distinguished Brazilian scholar and social scientist whose work delves into the intricacies of youth justice and socio-educational systems in contemporary society. With a keen focus on the mechanisms of control and management within institutional frameworks, she examines how young people navigate from peril to calculated risk in environments designed for rehabilitation and reform. Drawing from extensive fieldwork in São Paulo's socio-educational landscape, Teixeira's research illuminates the tensions between policy, practice, and the lived experiences of at-risk youth, advocating for more humane and effective approaches to juvenile justice. Her insightful analyses challenge conventional narratives, offering a nuanced perspective on social equity and institutional power dynamics in Brazil.