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Análisis de la agroecología, formas de organización, situación, económica, y educativa de agricultores de la parroquia de Sayausí
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-25) Bermeo Pintado, Lorena Mireya; Torres Solórzano, Dayse Salomé; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
The present study analyzed the current situation of farmers in the rural parish of Sayausí - Cuenca, prioritizing describing their economic, educational, organizational conditions and the level of application of agroecological principles in their productive activities. The methodology applied in this research was case analysis, using quantitative and qualitative techniques for a better understanding of the phenomenon studied. 211 structured surveys were carried out with farmers in the area and 8 in-depth semi-structured interviews. One aspect to highlight is that the sample was segmented between farmers organized in different agroecological associations and those who work independently, that is, not organized, in order to establish comparisons between both groups. Among the main findings, it is worth highlighting firstly that 6 out of every 10 farmers in Sayausí are women, 62.1%, a phenomenon that is directly linked to the so-called “feminization of agriculture” observed in rural areas. Likewise, it was found that 3 out of every 4 agricultural producers in the 76.3% area are integrated into agroecological organizations, evidencing the close relationship between organized participation and better levels of income and education among those who are part of these organizations. However, through this study, women's limited access to leadership and decision-making spaces within these organizations came to light. An encouraging fact is that the participating women showed on average a greater degree of application and commitment to the various principles of agroecology.
Análisis de la aplicación de los principios agroecológicos en los procesos organizativos y productivos de la asociación “24 de septiembre” de la comunidad de Maras del cantón Paute
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-01-17) León Rojas, Ruth Elizabeth; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
Agroecology, as an agricultural practice, is based on the harmony between agroecosystems, people and nature. It represents an alternative to the modern agricultural production model, which places food security and sovereignty at serious risk. In this context, the study aims to analyze the application of productive agroecological principles and the organizational components of the Association of organic vegetable producers "24 de septiembre" located in the community of Maras, in the canton of Paute. For this purpose, it applies a comprehensive methodology (quantitative, qualitative and participatory). The results of the study population show that the partners always apply some practices framed in all the agroecological principles and others never. Of the principles identified, their degree of applicability varies, thus a "very good" application of the principle of utilization of local resources is observed, on the contrary, the principle with a "regular" degree of application is the care of water. In terms of its organizational status, the production of organic fertilizer is an important milestone for the association. Its strengths lie in its inter-institutional relations. Among its weaknesses is the lack of a management and business model to ensure its sustainability. Overcoming weaknesses and enhancing strengths involves the implementation of financial, commercial, technological, communication and organizational strategies. In conclusion, the association should strengthen the application of agroecological principles and its organizational components with the support of governmental institutions, in order to enhance local production and guarantee the necessary food for rural and urban communities.
Análisis de las prácticas alimentarias, prácticas de producción agroecológica en las asociaciones Agroecológicas Ally Causay y APA Azuay y en las comunas Chunazana e Illapamba de la provincia del Azuay
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-05-19) Morocho Morocho, Joseline Andreina; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
The concerning situation regarding our consumption habits and resource use, which far exceed the recovery capacity of our ecosystems, compels us to rethink our interactions, both individually and collectively, with the environment. The urgency to ensure food sovereignty and promote sustainable agriculture in the context of climate change has driven research in the province of Azuay. The objective is to analyze food practices and agroecological production, as well as their contribution to food sovereignty and sustainability, in four specific cases: Ally Causay, APA Azuay, Comuna Chunazana, and Comuna Illapamba, identified as agroecological associations in the region. The study is based on the importance of thoroughly understanding these dynamics to promote responsible and sustainable food and agricultural practices. The research methodology is mixed—quantitative and qualitative—with a participatory approach. A survey was conducted to collect quantitative data, followed by qualitative analysis through feedback workshops. The results were validated by the participants before drawing conclusions and recommendations. Among the main findings, it stands out that food practices are significantly influenced by the agroecological principles applied in production, which strengthens food sovereignty and the local economy. It is concluded that these actions improve food security, recommending increased agroecological training and the promotion of local markets.
El Liderazgo transformacional como potenciador del desempeño laboral y resultados de líderes sociales en Ecuador
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-10-04) Delgado Torres, Milton Alberto; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
It is known that transformational leadership generates a pleasant and appropriate work environment, facilitating a space for cooperation, initiatives, teamwork and, above all, better job performance of people, the goal being the fulfillment of common objectives and goals. The objective of this article is to analyze the different leadership styles, which can enhance the work performance of employees within an organization, in addition to measuring the results obtained by them, by following or applying these leadership styles. The primary information collected for this article makes use of information obtained from participants of the 2021 Virtual Edition Leadership Training Program for Transformation as the unit of analysis. The tool used to collect information was the MLQ (Multifactorial) questionnaire, developed to measure the influence of leadership styles, which will allow knowing the leadership style that enhances job performance and its results. In addition, a questionnaire to measure Work Performance was used, in its 3 dimensions (Work Initiative, Teamwork and Cooperation with collaborators), which have been outlined with a Likert scale with a total of 14 items. The results obtained reflect that transformational leadership is put into practice by most of the participants, its explanatory capacity with job performance is high, as with the results. Finally, through interviews, it is evident that this type of leadership can take more time, but the results are permanent and the work performance of the collaborators increases as this style of leadership deepens. In this way, the transformational leadership style is the one indicated to increase the work performance and results of the participants of the 2021 Edition Leadership for Transformation Program.
El poder de la autorregulación, motivación, empatía y habilidades sociales en la generación de un estilo de liderazgo transformacional
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-01) Jara Tenorio, Katherine Nicole; Paucar Deleg, Luisa Marlene; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
In a society marked by its instability and complexity, it is essential to develop leadership with the ability to manage and control emotions, as a vital condition, both personally and collectively. In this context, the general objective of this research is to analyze the relationship and explanatory capacity of the components of emotional intelligence in the transformational leadership style of participants of the Leadership for Transformation program of the 2021 edition. To achieve this objective, a quantitative-qualitative (mixed) methodology is used. The survey (n=310) and interviews (n=7) were used as data collection techniques, to students of the mentioned program, executed by the research group "ACORDES" of the University of Cuenca. The results show that women have a higher level of "self-regulation", "motivation", "empathy" and "social skills" than men. Meanwhile, there are NO significant differences in the mean scores of the dimensions of emotional intelligence between men and women, neither by urban or rural area of residence, nor by the interaction of the variables sex*area of residence. Finally, with respect to the relationship and explanatory capacity of self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills in the transformational leadership style, it is shown that "motivation" and "social skills" are significant variables to explain the transformational leadership of the sample under study. In conclusion, the dimensions of emotional intelligence are power tools to generate a Transformational Leadership style.
El sustento relacional de amigos y familiares en el proceso de rehabilitación de los usuarios del Centro Especializado en el tratamiento a personas con consumo problemático del alcohol y otras drogas "Voluntad y Fortaleza"
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-04) Jara Fajardo, Sandra Elizabeth; Pulla Pulla, Wilson Rodrigo; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
To analyze the importance of family and friendly relationships of individuals facing alcohol and drug consumption issues, this study examined the situation of 32 users at the specialized center CETAD "Voluntad y Fortaleza" in the year 2022. The methodology employed was of a mixed nature, combining quantitative through surveys and change evaluation scale and qualitative approaches through the use of semi-structured interviews, it was found that the majority of users, in their current situation, considered themselves to be good individuals and had either good or regular relationships with friends and family. Understanding the problem and taking on specific responsibilities within the family sphere are crucial for the rehabilitation process, which is why users believed it to be a motivating factor for their recovery. Additionally, it was observed that each user is actively committed to taking steps to address and overcome their issues, seeking to improve their quality of life. Finally, socio-affective patterns in relationships with friends and family, in which active participation during and after leaving the rehabilitation center should be prioritized and worked on, were identified. The quality of the social circle is also vital, as being rehabilitated but remaining in the same addictive environment could lead to future relapses or ambivalence in the individual between the need for change and reverting to their previous status quo.
Fomentando la sostenibilidad de la vida desde el consumo de productos agroecológicos. Análisis de prácticas de estilo de vida saludable e intención emprendedora social de los consumidores de las Ferias de la Red Agroecológica del Austro (RAA)
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-07-09) Bustos Luna, María Cristina; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
One of the main instruments of domination and dependence on capitalism is the consumerist ideology based on the creation of superfluous needs, in the face of which the ideology of responsible consumption has been promoted and accepted as a viableproposal for the improvement of the quality of life, the care and conservation of the environment and the development of fair and equitable relations. Specifically, regarding food consumption, the consumption of healthy and clean products produced ecologicallyis promoted, which at the same time contribute to cultural identity and improve healthy living and consumption habits, moving away from industrialized agriculture that deteriorates people's health and degrades the planet. In this context, the research focused its analysis on the responsible ecological behavior of the consumers of the Austro Agro-ecological Network (RAA) in relation to the consumers of a conventional market, in this case the "El Arenal" market, for which it applied a survey to a representative sample of consumers. The results show that consumers ofthe "RAA" have excellent practices of healthy lifestyles and agro-ecological consumption, while consumers of the "El Arenal" market are in the process of transitioning to a healthier lifestyle, and it is necessary to establish communication strategies to publicize the benefits of consuming agro-ecological products. With respect to the entrepreneurial intention of consumers in the fairs of the "RAA" it is evident that the variables that have an impact are sex, work and marital status, while consumers in the market "El Arenal" are mainly influenced by the gender variable. In conclusion, responsible consumption involves a healthy lifestyle that contributes to environmental care and people's health. In short, it contributes to the sustainability of life, where the agro-ecological fairs, in addition to offering healthy products, generate solidarity and equitable interrelations that motivate the social entrepreneurial intention of the consumers.
Influencia de aspectos socio-culturales y socio-económicos en la capacidad emprendedora social de actores comunitarios del cantón Guachapala
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-02-19) Heredia Navos, Marilu Eugenia; Molina Matute, Gisselle Estefania; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
At present, humanity is facing crises of all kinds, where social entrepreneurship constitutes an opportunity to generate transformations that contribute to the common good. In this context, the objective of this study is to analyze the influence of sociocultural and socioeconomic aspects on the social entrepreneurial capacity of the community actors of the mentioned communities, with the purpose of proposing strategies to strengthen their community social entrepreneurial capacity. A mixed methodology (quantitative-qualitative) was used from a participatory approach. The results were obtained within the framework of the “World’s Largest Plow” project, which show that in the three communities the prevailing socioeconomic factors are: majority participation of adult women, low representation of young people, aging population, land and housing ownership, limited access to credit and low savings capacity. In terms of socio-cultural aspects, there is insufficient recognition of the tourist sites in the communities. With respect to the impact of these factors on entrepreneurial capacity, it is shown that socio cultural aspects have a significant impact, while there is no impact of socioeconomic factors. In terms of strategies, a set of actions are designed for infrastructure, research, incentives, motivation, technical advice, financing, strategic alliances, dissemination and communication, revaluation of cultural traditions and spaces for intercultural dialogue. In conclusion, in the study areas, it is essential to promote social entrepreneurship, because in these communities, entrepreneurship goes beyond achieving economic returns for subsistence. It seeks to contribute to the preservation of their customs, values and traditions in order to strengthen their identity.
Liderazgo juvenil universitario marcando oportunidades laborales a través del emprendimiento social
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-12-13) Castillo Cajamarca, Bryan Daniel; Izquierdo Peñaloza, Carla Paulet; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
Faced with the significant youth unemployment rate, young university students have seen in social entrepreneurship, a viable and coherent solution with their aspirations where leadership plays a decisive role in the development of their projects, hence the aim of this article to analyze the effect of leadership styles on the social entrepreneurial intention of young people from the University of Cuenca from the Full Range Theory, since it presents an integrative model for its analysis. Methodologically, a mixed quantitative-qualitative design is used, using the survey and interview as information gathering techniques. Analysis techniques are used for data processing: descriptive statistics, one-factor ANOVA analysis, multiple regression analysis, and discourse analysis. Thus, it was found that young university students who work have a greater social entrepreneurial intention, leadership styles have extremely significant differences in the social entrepreneurial intention of male students and very significant differences in the case of female students, in addition to the styles of Leadership explains the social entrepreneurial intention by 20% and finally, the three leadership styles explain the result of extra effort and transformational and transactional leadership the results of: satisfaction and effectiveness. With this information, the hypothesis that those who exercise transformational leadership have a greater social entrepreneurial intention is verified. For this reason, it is recommended to deepen research in these areas and promote their training in the university environment.
Participación organizativa comunitaria e intención emprendedora social con enfoque de género de la Asociación de Desarrollo Agropecuario Familiar de la parroquia Güel, en el año 2020
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-04-13) Castro Tello, Lourdes Daniela; Tinizhañay Yungaicela, Mercy Verónica; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
The Association for Family Agricultural Development (ADAF-GÜEL) is made up of 42 partners dedicated to agro-productive activities, raising small animals and crafts. It is an association in which 61% of the members are women, however, there is still a need to generate empowerment so that they assume decision-making positions, since none of them is leading organizational management processes towards the association. With that said, this case studies aims to analyze the community organizational participation and social entrepreneurial intention of the partners of ADAF Güel from a gender perspective as a latent need to demonstrate the situation of organizational participation, triple gender role and social entrepreneurial intention ofthe partners in the association. Methodologically, we worked with quantitative and qualitative- participatory analysis; for the quantitative part through a survey form the information was collected and descriptive and inferential statistics were used, while in the qualitative part throughinterview, the speeches of the voices that make up the ADAF were analyzed and from the participatory part through creative feedback workshops the analysis of the information was deepened. The results show that community organizational capacities are not developed within the association that allow a real community organizational participation that affects the social entrepreneurial intentions, which is reflected in a deficit in collective work capacities, Likewise, women continue to be framed in a set of activities of their reproductive role, which prevents themfrom having a greater presence in productive and community roles. Finally, education, innovation and inter-institutional articulation emerge as proposals to strengthen organizational and entrepreneurial processes at the collective level.
Sistemas alimentarios y estilos de vida en hogares de las parroquias urbanas del cantón Cuenca
(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-03-22) Alvarracin Chapa, Johnny Eduardo; Becerra Pillacela, Nathaly Silvana; Álava Atiencie, Nubia Gabriela
The present research analyzes food systems and their impact on individuals' lifestyles. It is emphasized that food goes beyond a basic necessity, also being a cultural and social construction that influences the organization of societies and the development of cities. The concepts of food systems are defined, which represent the way societies are structured to acquire and consume food. These systems aim to provide food to the population, from the production of seeds, vegetables, and animals, highlighting their typology (Traditional, mixed, and modern). Lifestyle is also defined, constituting patterns of social and cultural behavior observed in various groups. According to Weber (2002), social position is associated with status, prestige, and power, and those who share the same social position tend to adopt similar behavior patterns. Consumers in the Supermaxi and Agro Azuay sectors show a clear preference for fresh and natural foods, with a growing interest in agroecological products. This change suggests a trend towards a more balanced and healthy diet, with a focus on fresh produce and vegetables. These findings highlight the importance of continuing to research and develop strategies to promote healthy and sustainable eating and improve the general well-being of the population. In both Agro Azuay and Supermaxi, there is a clear preference for fresh and agroecological foods acquired at fairs and fruit stands.

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