This study focuses on forms of social participation in health, with particular emphasis on municipal health councils. It aims to map and characterize models of action in formal social control spaces, identify innovative practices, and assess the challenges and opportunities for strengthening social participation in health. The methodology includes a literature review, multiple case studies of Brazilian councils, comparative mapping of experiences, questionnaires, field research with interviews, and focus groups. Expected outcomes include developing a typology of participatory models, identifying best practices, and offering recommendations for public policies and for evaluating the effectiveness of social participation in these spaces. The study aims to contribute to improving health policies and strengthening participatory governance.

Participants (Center)

GPACE/UFRGS: Frederico Viana Machado; Victória Figueiredo Ribeiro; Janaina Barbosa; Vitória Davila Pedroso; Thayla Correa; Renata Laranja; Rafaella Codeim Dresch