About the Journal
The Latin American Journal of Environment & Health (rLAS), ISSN: 2526-219X, was created in 2016 by the Postgraduate Programme in Environment & Health. (PPGAS) at the University of Planalto Catarinense (UNIPLAC), with the aim of disseminating scientific literature to academia, society, managers and stakeholders.
Entering its first decade of existence and scientific impact, rLAS publishes articles of high merit, which undergo careful peer review by renowned experts in their fields. Contributions span the fields of environmental and health knowledge, with an interdisciplinary character. Furthermore, the journal's publication place is largely dedicated to original results, review papers, experience/case reports, and other academic-scientific content in Spanish, English, and Portuguese.
Current Issue
The papers published in this special edition have been peer-reviewed and approved after a careful evaluation process. They originate from Axis IV - Education and Public Policy, presented at the VIII International Symposium on Science, Health and Territory in 2025.
Description of Axis IV: This axis explores the intersection between education and public policy, highlighting its role in building more equitable and sustainable societies. It addresses initiatives and challenges in the formulation and implementation of educational policies that promote inclusion, equity, and social development. It discusses the importance of training professionals to work in diverse contexts, considering regional and territorial needs. In addition, the axis covers the evaluation of public policies and their impacts on education, health, and quality of life. Coordination between institutions, governments, and civil society is also a central theme for the implementation of effective policies.
