La precarización laboral y su impacto en la calidad de vida de las mujeres trabajadoras del sector “La cadena” de la bahía de la ciudad de Guayaquil en el año 2025.

Abstract

The present study aims to explore the conditions of labour precarisation faced by women workers in the commercial sector known as “La Cadena”, in La Bahía de Guayaquil, and to understand its impact on their living conditions and overall wellbeing. To this end, a mixed and descriptive methodological approach was applied, including a survey of 50 women and a focus group of five participants. The findings indicate that most women workers lack a formal contract, do not have access to social security and receive low levels of income. They also face long working hours without compensation, are pressured into debt to cover their basic needs, and are exposed to the insecurity of the sector. Furthermore, precarious working conditions affect both the physical and emotional wellbeing of the workers and can also disrupt family life. At the same time, participants expressed aspirations related to completing their studies or starting their own businesses; however, these goals are constrained by the economic and social conditions they face, which limit their opportunities for personal and professional advancement. The results of this study may guide future academic proposals aimed at generating actions in favour of women workers in this sector.