摘要:http://dx.doi.org/10.5902/223613085916 This article presents the results of an action research work on environmental education developedin 2010 with family farmers from rural communities in Bandeirante, a town located in the State ofSanta Catarina, Brazil. Since this research is closely related to an educational process, its aim is topropose strategies for environmental education activities and inclusion of social technology forsanitation on family farmers properties in Bandeirante. The reflections presented here highlightthe importance of collective work and dialogical interactions among those involved. This approachwas chosen because it is believed that the quality of life of family farmers and their relationshipwith their environment has been favored, thus contributing to sustainable rural development.