Illustrated dictionary of territory and environment

The Illustrated Dictionary of Territory and Environment is an open (wiki) platform with technical and popular terms used in the relationship of communities with the territory and the environment. More than a static document, the Illustrated Dictionary of Territory and Environment aims to create a collection of lexical and graphic heritage, dedicated to research in fostering transdisciplinary approaches to increase our understanding, use and appropriation of the territory.

Conceived as an online and collaborative platform, the Illustrated Dictionary of Territory and Environment incorporates the epistemological understanding that arises from the amalgamation of several areas of knowledge towards the transfer of knowledge and technology the preservation of the memory and collective identity of Portuguese-speaking countries of the CPLP.

As a project, DITA aims to develop, stimulate and facilitate the collection and construction of knowledge, through a network of technicians and academics partners in Portuguese-speaking countries. Focused on communities, the Illustrated Dictionary of Territory and Environment aims to promote citizen science in collaborative and participatory processes, as well as a reflection on the use and appropriation of the territory, where language assumes a fundamental role as a vehicle of information and understanding in the construction of more sustainable societies.

DITA relays on curators and external consultants who will facilitate the verification of the accuracy, rigor and correctness of the entries to be included in the dictionary.