Seguridad alimentaria medida desde un enfoque de acceso y condiciones de pobreza de los habitantes. Caso de estudio cantón Alausí Provincia de Chimborazo durante el período 2024

Abstract

Abstract: The study analyzes the factors hindering access to safe and adequate food in the canton of Alausí during the 2024 period, addressing socio-economic, educational, and structural aspects. Sixty percent of households are significantly affected by the lack of basic services such as potable water and sewer systems, based on a mixed-methods approach utilizing tools like the Household Food Insecurity Access Scale and the Unsatisfied Basic Needs Index. Food vulnerability is exacerbated by reliance on subsistence agriculture and the low educational levels of household heads, which limit development opportunities. Within a context of poverty, women serve as the primary managers of food resources, facing challenges that impact food quality and the sustainability of family practices. It is essential to implement comprehensive public policies that improve basic infrastructure, strengthen access to education, and promote sustainable economic opportunities in rural communities. This analysis contributes to the design of local strategies to combat food insecurity in the rural areas of the canton, fostering more equitable and sustainable development to improve quality of life.