Women in care entrepreneurship

Abstract

Care is essential for the functioning of the economic and social system. In Mexico its importance has been recognized through reforms in the constitution; however, women are still placed as those responsible for domestic duties, care and even the community. Guaranteeing co-responsibility in care work is a fundamental objective to reduce violence against women since it favors economic autonomy. In this sense, cooperatives have a promising role in the matter of care, but it is essential to raise awareness about the importance of care work, as well as to train cooperativists. Neoliberal measures have contributed people focus on being productive and less supportive, which is why the construction of a social identity among women that favors the vindication of their rights and the defense of their interests to build a more humane economy is decisive. and equitable that puts the care of people at the center. Based on quantitative methodology, through the application of a virtual questionnaire, the care during the contingency due to COVID 19 was characterized and based on the literature review it is proposed as an articulating principle of the care policy to the exercise of substantive citizenship promoted by the women.