This article explores how the survival tactics of the urban poor in Mexico keep them trapped in poverty. A qualitative grounded theory study involving 115 participants (75 women and 40 men) in 10 impoverished neighborhoods across three Mexican regions used observational accounts and in-depth interviews. Findings reveal that while the urban poor demonstrate resilience and hard work, their survival strategies incur significant costs, creating a cycle of poverty. The authors advocate for integrated and participatory interventions that consider the knowledge and strengths of the urban poor to effectively combat poverty.
Publisher
Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Jul 24, 2024
Authors
Bernardo Turnbull, Sarah Frances Gordon, Angélica Ojeda-García, Jaime Fuentes-Balderrama, Cinthia Cruz del Castillo
Tags
urban poor
survival tactics
poverty
resilience
qualitative research
interventions
Mexico
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