Incidencia de la migración venezolana irregular en el aumento del trabajo informal en el cantón Cuenca, período 2021 – 2023

Abstract

The research analyzes the impact of irregular Venezuelan migration on the increase in informal labor in the Canton of Cuenca during 2021-2023. This phenomenon has gained relevance in Ecuador due to the Venezuelan migration crisis. It has led to a rise in migrants facing precarious working conditions, presenting economic and social challenges. Many migrants are forced to accept jobs without legal protection or labor benefits, perpetuating their vulnerability. Locally, particularly in cities like Cuenca, regulations have been implemented to regulate informal labor and facilitate migrant’s integration into the labor market. However, the effectiveness of these policies is limited by a lack of resources and insufficient oversight. Despite government efforts, labor informality continues to rise, with many workers still lacking access to fundamental rights. The methodology used is analytical and explanatory. The analytical approach provides a deep understanding of the causes and effects of irregular Venezuelan migration and its connection to the increase in informal labor. Meanwhile, the explanatory approach identifies the factors influencing this issue and examines the current regulations addressing labor informality. This research offers a comprehensive view of the socioeconomic factors driving informal labor in Cuenca and the public policies needed to improve working conditions and promote a fairer and more inclusive economic and social development.