Análisis evaluativo del impacto de la inseguridad en el desarrollo económico y social del municipio de Catacamas, Olancho
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2025-11-06
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Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana UNITEC
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Este estudio realizó un análisis evaluativo del impacto de la inseguridad en el desarrollo económico y social del municipio de Catacamas, Olancho. La investigación identificó que una creciente ola de criminalidad había evolucionado hacia una crisis multifacética, afectando profundamente el tejido social y económico de la comunidad. Factores clave que contribuyeron a esta inseguridad incluyeron el desempleo, la pobreza generalizada, un sistema judicial ineficaz y una presencia estatal insuficiente. A través de un enfoque de métodos mixtos, combinando datos cuantitativos de encuestas con conocimientos cualitativos de entrevistas con actores clave, la investigación reveló que la inseguridad se manifestó en miedo generalizado, cierres de negocios, desplazamiento de la población y disminución de la asistencia escolar, lo que obstaculizó el desarrollo local sostenible y redujo las oportunidades para los residentes. Los hallazgos indicaron que la experiencia de la inseguridad varió, con las mujeres reportando niveles más altos de temor. Esta investigación subrayó que el crecimiento económico por sí solo no garantizó el bienestar si los problemas de seguridad fundamentales no se resolvían, creando un círculo vicioso donde el miedo inhibía la inversión y la actividad económica. Con base en estos hallazgos, el estudio concluyó proponiendo estrategias destinadas a mitigar estos efectos, enfatizando la participación comunitaria, el fortalecimiento institucional y las intervenciones basadas en evidencia para fomentar un entorno más seguro y próspero en Catacamas.
This study conducted an evaluative analysis of the impact of insecurity on the economic and social development of the municipality of Catacamas, Olancho. The research identified that a growing wave of criminality had evolved into a multifaceted crisis, profoundly affecting the social and economic fabric of the community. Key factors contributing to this insecurity included unemployment, pervasive poverty, an inefficient judicial system, and inadequate state presence. Through a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from surveys with qualitative insights from interviews with key actors, the investigation revealed that insecurity manifested in general fear, business closures, population displacement, and decreased school attendance, thus hindering sustainable local development and reducing opportunities for residents. The findings indicated that the experience of insecurity varied, with women reporting higher levels of fear. This research underscored that economic growth alone did not ensure well-being if fundamental security issues remained unresolved, creating a vicious cycle where fear inhibited investment and economic activity. Based on these findings, the study concluded by proposing strategies aimed at mitigating these effects, emphasizing community participation, institutional strengthening, and evidence-based interventions to foster a more secure and prosperous environment in Catacamas.
This study conducted an evaluative analysis of the impact of insecurity on the economic and social development of the municipality of Catacamas, Olancho. The research identified that a growing wave of criminality had evolved into a multifaceted crisis, profoundly affecting the social and economic fabric of the community. Key factors contributing to this insecurity included unemployment, pervasive poverty, an inefficient judicial system, and inadequate state presence. Through a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from surveys with qualitative insights from interviews with key actors, the investigation revealed that insecurity manifested in general fear, business closures, population displacement, and decreased school attendance, thus hindering sustainable local development and reducing opportunities for residents. The findings indicated that the experience of insecurity varied, with women reporting higher levels of fear. This research underscored that economic growth alone did not ensure well-being if fundamental security issues remained unresolved, creating a vicious cycle where fear inhibited investment and economic activity. Based on these findings, the study concluded by proposing strategies aimed at mitigating these effects, emphasizing community participation, institutional strengthening, and evidence-based interventions to foster a more secure and prosperous environment in Catacamas.
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Desarrollo económico, Desarrollo social, Inseguridad