Engineering and Refugees: The Impact of YouTube on The Training and Entrepreneurship of Refugee Engineers in Brazil

The global refugee crisis has led professionals, including engineers, to seek new paths in countries like Brazil. Many face economic, cultural, social and psychological barriers, so many find YouTube an alternative for training and adapting to the market. This study analyzes the role of YouTube in technical training and the development of entrepreneurial skills for and by refugee engineers in Brazil, addressing the challenges and opportunities for professional integration. In addition, it understands how YouTube contributes to the technical training and entrepreneurship of refugee engineers, promoting their insertion in the Brazilian market. The research adopts a qualitative approach, involving the analysis of videos published on YouTube about engineering and entrepreneurship, investigating how they use the content to overcome challenges and generate innovation, aiming to analyze 5 profiles o n t he subject on YouTube. YouTube is recognized as an accessible tool for technical and entrepreneurial learning, helping refugees adapt to the demands of the local market. Refugee engineers reported that engineering education in Brazil expanded their skills, allowing them to create innovative solutions with few resources. The study highlights YouTube as a strategic resource for the training and inclusion of refugee engineers. The use of social media facilitates the development of essential skills, promoting autonomy and employability.