Economia prateada no estado do Amazonas: uma análise do Programa Empreender no Envelhecer

Abstract

Population aging has intensified in Brazil, increasing the need for public policies aimed at the social and economic inclusion of older adults. In this context, this Final Undergraduate Thesis aims to analyze the Senior Entrepreneur Program in the state of Amazonas, highlighting its contribution to income generation, financial autonomy, and productive inclusion of elderly entrepreneurs. The study adopts a qualitative and quantitative approach, based on a literature review, analysis of secondary data, and institutional documents related to the program. Theoretical aspects of the economics of aging, senior entrepreneurship, and public microcredit policies are discussed, as well as the role of the program in regional economic development. The results indicate that the Senior Entrepreneur Program represents an important tool to support senior entrepreneurship by stimulating economic activity, strengthening financial independence, and promoting active aging in the state of Amazonas. It is concluded that initiatives of this nature are essential to address the challenges posed by population aging and to expand the economic inclusion of older adults.