factores socioeconomicos e inseguridad ciudadana en los muelles de pesca artesanal de la ciudadela amazonas 1, en puerto bolivar, 2023

Abstract

This study examines the complex interrelationship between socioeconomic factors and citizen insecurity in the specific context of the artisanal fishing docks of Amazonas 1, located in Puerto Bolivar, during the year 2023. The research focuses on determining how the particular economic and social conditions of this fishing community influence the perception and reality of citizen security, which has deteriorated with the events produced by organized crime groups that have frightened all citizens. The analysis addresses various socioeconomic aspects, such as income levels, employment, education and living conditions of artisanal fishermen and their families in the fishing docks of the Amazonas 1 citadel in the parish of Puerto Bolivar, these factors are examined in relation to the high crime rates that occur in the locality, the perception of security of residents and the specific social dynamics of the area. Puerto Bolívar, unlike other areas of the canton, has become a hotbed of violence, where different organized crime groups (OCGs) have spread terror, generating a significant decline in its commercial activity, especially in artisanal fishing. The different criminal events have forced fishermen to close several docks, leaving many families in the port that depended on this activity for their survival without a livelihood, which has caused great economic instability in the locality. Corruption is the main concern of the citizens, according to the data collected. This perception generates distrust in the authorities, which in turn contributes to increased citizen insecurity. This scenario should serve as a wake-up call to the authorities, urging them to strengthen transparency and accountability, as well as to enforce the law effectively. This is the only way to regain public confidence and improve the perception of security in the community. Unfortunately, the fishing piers in Amazonas 1 have become frequent scenes of criminal acts, which has generated a high number of victims among the fishermen in the area. This situation has had a devastating impact on the economy of these families, as criminals steal their work tools, leaving them without the means to support their households. While the presence of law enforcement is critical to combat crime and violence, the data suggests that citizens perceive that their efforts have not been sufficient. The methodology combines the collection of quantitative data on crime rates and socioeconomic statistics of families dependent on fishing labor with a qualitative approach that explores the experiences and perceptions of local inhabitants. This integrated approach allows for a deeper understanding of how socioeconomic factors interact with citizen insecurity in this unique environment. This paper sets out an integrative proposal that emerges as a concrete response to the most urgent needs of the area's inhabitants. It´s a carefully designed comprehensive plan, composed of a series of activities organized in chronological order. In order to guarantee its feasibility and effective execution, a detailed budget has been drawn up to support each of the proposed actions.