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An Analysis of the Socio-Demographic Differences in Ecuadorian Economically Active Population between Genders

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  • Gabriela Guevara-Segarra
  • Saul Ortiz-Santacruz
  • Efstathios Stefos

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Gender equity and development are common issues worldwide. International Organizations through their specialized programs and the states through their public policies have made high efforts to accomplish these goals raised internationally and locally. However, it is necessary to know the perception of the population about the achievement of these goals, and to influence the economic agents who are responsible of decision making. The present qualitative research work determines the social-demographic profile of the Ecuadorian economically active population and identifies the main characteristics by gender- racial group, activity and inactivity conditions, education, employment, poverty, and job satisfaction. The obtained results show the differences in variables related to activity and inactivity conditions, use of technology, education, and employment. The results pretend to be a useful source of information in the creation of public policies focused on poverty reduction and gender equity.Â

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  • Gabriela Guevara-Segarra & Saul Ortiz-Santacruz & Efstathios Stefos, 2017. "An Analysis of the Socio-Demographic Differences in Ecuadorian Economically Active Population between Genders," Modern Applied Science, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 11(8), pages 1-7, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:masjnl:v:11:y:2017:i:8:p:7
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