Transparência pública nas universidades federais da Bahia: uma análise dos sítios eletrônicos sob a ótica da Lei de Acesso à Informação

Abstract

This dissertation investigates the level of compliance of active transparency in the electronic portals of four Federal Universities of Bahia with the provisions of the Access to Information Law (LAI) and its regulations, considering transparency as a cornerstone of democracy and responsible public management. A qualitative, descriptive, and documentary research approach was adopted, complemented by the application of a proprietary instrument structured into three main analytical dimensions, encompassing 12 sub­dimensions and 44 variables, all grouped categorically. The research drew upon databases such as Google Scholar, Scielo, and the CAPES Portal, as well as official documents, government websites, and the institutional portals of the universities themselves. Bibliographic and legal sources published between 2000 and 2024 were selected to ensure both breadth and an updated theoretical and normative framework. The preparatory studies began in August 2024, and data collection, specifically within the websites used as the sample, was conducted between May 1 and 14, 2025. The results revealed advances in the availability of public interest information but also exposed significant gaps, such as the lack of standardization in the organization of information in some areas, the limited adoption of interactive and accessible tools such as chatbots, and the low visibility of fundamental resources like the e­SIC in three of the portals examined. It can therefore be concluded that, although efforts are underway, these institutions still face challenges in ensuring full and equitable access to information in line with the constitutional principles of publicity and efficiency. As a practical contribution, the study proposes a set of recommendations for the improvement of public institutional portals, along with the development of a diagnostic observation model and an application manual. These TechnicalTechnological Products are expected to strengthen governance practices rooted in a culture of public transparency while also supporting compliance with legal requirements.