ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA DE LEIS DE INCLUSÃO PARA PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIA AUDITIVA E SURDAS NA AMÉRICA DO SUL

This study analyzes protective legislation for people with hearing impairments and the deaf in South America, focusing on Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The research identified similarities and differences in legal approaches and assessed their effectiveness. Social challenges and the importance of professional training were discussed, highlighting successful practices in educational and labor inclusion. The Brazilian Inclusion Law was used as a reference, comparing its implementation with neighboring countries' legislation. The analysis revealed that international collaboration and experience exchange are essential to improve public inclusion policies, ensuring that people with hearing impairments and the deaf have equal opportunities and full participation in society.