Factores Socioculturales, y Jurídicos Relacionados con la Omisión de Demanda de Pensiones Alimenticias y su Efecto en la Garantía de las Necesidades Básicas de los Niños, Niñas y Adolescentes en la Parroquia Sinincay, Cuenca-Ecuador en el Año 2024

Abstract

This study examines the issue of the omission of child support claims by women who are heads of household in the parish of Sinincay, in the canton of Cuenca. The main objective was to understand the sociocultural and legal factors that influence this omission and its impact on the protection of the rights of children and adolescents. The research follows a qualitative approach, with a phenomenological design and explanatory scope, using methods such as in-depth interviews and focus groups conducted within the parish. The findings reveal that this omission is not merely the result of a lack of individual will, but is also linked to the persistence of traditional gender norms, as well as various cultural and legal factors. These conditions are further intensified in the rural context of Sinincay, where geographic isolation and limited access to specialized services shape decision-making processes. In addition, the study highlights the perceptions of the judicial system from both participating women and professionals working with these populations, revealing dynamics of mistrust and structural barriers. The research also shows how the right to child support is often perceived not as a guaranteed right, but as a set of rules that are difficult to fulfill for families facing economic hardship within contexts of inequality and violence. From a Forensic Social Work perspective, professional practice plays a key role in facilitating legal processes, not only within institutional frameworks but also in bridging gaps between individuals and the justice system. Ultimately, the study seeks to promote shared parental responsibility and strengthen the effective protection of children’s rights in female-headed single-parent households.