The aim of this study was to discuss with adolescents involved in the Catholic church about HIV/AIDS, based on Paulo Freire's thinking. An action research was developed in 2009 through the Culture Circle, with 10 adolescents who were members of Catholic Charismatic Renewal groups. The analysis and interpretation of the results focused on the discussion according to the group experience. Initially, the teenagers showed surprise and disinterest in the subject, which suggests the need for more spaces providing information on the topic, as well as the use of dialogue as a tool to promote the discussion on HIV infection. It is up to nursing professionals to learn the realities of the subjects and use emancipatory methodologies to promote dialogue based on trust, aiming to strengthen a friendly relationship and the adoption of safe sexual and health promoting behaviors.
Nursing; Adolescent; Sexuality; Religion