International residential tourism in north east Brazil: a stakeholder analysis

This paper analyses the system of actors involved in the development of residential tourism on the north east coast of Brazil. The study observes the socio-political effects of the 2001-2008 real estate boom, focused on the promotion of second homes in closed residential areas. Stakeholder Analysis (SA) is used to identify the various actors’ roles and positions within a particular social space in a tourist setting which is exposed to transnational and real estate interests. The method reveals an unequal and conflict-ridden social reality. The results show that residential tourism shapes the local socio-political configuration, strengthening some actors (urban developers, real estate companies) whilst positioning others in a situation of dependence (local communities, cities).

El desplazamiento forzado: una cuestión de desarrollo con elementos humanitarios

El trabajo con el desplazamiento forzado provocado por el conflicto se encuentra en un momento crucial, en un punto de inflexión. Ahora es el momento de consolidar el reconocimiento global de que el reto del desplazamiento forzado también es una parte integral de los planes de desarrollo.