THE ROLE OF SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY IN PREVENTING VIOLENCE AND PROMOTING A CULTURE OF PEACE IN THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Abstract

Violence in the educational setting poses a challenge that compromises the holistic development of children and adolescents, affecting interpersonal relationships, the teaching-learning process, and the well-being of the school community. In this context, School Psychology plays a fundamental role in developing preventive strategies aimed at strengthening social coexistence, inclusion, and respect for human rights, thereby contributing to the promotion of a culture of peace within the educational environment. Given this perspective, the present study aimed to analyze the role of School Psychology in preventing violence and promoting a culture of peace in educational settings, highlighting practices, challenges, and contributions identified in the scientific literature. This is a qualitative, descriptive study conducted through a literature review. Publications were sourced from the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), CAPES Journal Portal, Virtual Health Library (BVS), ERIC, Scopus, and Web of Science databases, covering studies published between 2016 and 2026. The results demonstrated that the work of school psychologists strengthens initiatives regarding conflict mediation, the development of socio-emotional skills, support for the school community, and the implementation of preventive practices aimed at fostering safe and welcoming environments. It is concluded that School Psychology serves as a vital tool for preventing violence and consolidating a culture of peace, thereby supporting the guarantee of rights, inclusion, and the holistic development of students.