Equidad e Igualdad de Género en las Instituciones de Educación Superior en Ecuador: Caso Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja para el año 2018

Abstract

Abstract:The absence of equity and gender equality are considered as one of the greatest social problems that afflicts humanity worldwide, affect the dignity of an individual, their well-being and together with that of society. Thus, the purpose of this research is to analyze the situation of gender equity and equality among teachers of the Technical University of Loja. Likewise, it tries to determine if the lack of these aspects affects the dignity of the teacher and therefore his well-being. Where through the application of surveys, it was obtained that within the institution there is still the presence of the discriminatory factor although the percentage is minimal, and this situation occurs in both sexes. In terms of remuneration, it was found that there are no significant differences between both sexes. With regard to the occupation of positions, the managerial positions are no longer only occupied by the male sex but also the women lead some of them. Finally it was found that despite suffering discrimination some teachers, not at all their welfare was affected.