Este libro explora la participación social en la costa sur de Guatemala, enfocándose en hombres y mujeres del mar involucrados en la pesca artesanal. Analiza el impacto del trabajo femenino en el desarrollo comunitario y describe los roles productivos, percepciones ambientales y el valor de uso de los servicios ambientales.
SOCIAL PARTICIPATION OF WOMEN WITHIN THE PRODUCTIVE UNITS OF ARTISANAL FISHING IN THE SOUTHEASTERN PACIFIC
Focusing on the role of social actors in Guatemala's coastal fishing industry, this research highlights the significant contributions of women in artisanal fishing. It examines how their involvement in extraction, processing, and commercialization fosters community development and economic growth. Utilizing qualitative methods, the study explores household units, environmental perceptions, and the value of environmental services, emphasizing participatory approaches to understand local dynamics and the impact of gender roles in this vital sector.