Abstract:
This monograph presents an in-depth analysis of femicide in Barranquilla and its metropolitan area from 2020 to 2024. As the most extreme form of gender-based violence, femicide has significantly increased in this region, exposing complex dynamics of inequality, structural machismo, and failures in prevention and protection systems. The research examines the socio-demographic characteristics of victims, the contexts surrounding these crimes, and the effectiveness of institutional responses by governmental and non-governmental organizations.
An interdisciplinary approach is used to explore the sociocultural roots of femicide, incorporating feminist theories, feminist criminology, and studies on structural violence. Through the analysis of secondary sources, including official statistics, academic literature, and news reports, patterns and trends are identified to explain how socioeconomic factors, gender inequalities, and urbanization influence the occurrence of femicide. Additionally, public policies and their implementation are evaluated, highlighting gaps that perpetuate impunity and inadequate protection for women in the region.
The findings of this study provide a comprehensive perspective on femicide in Barranquilla, emphasizing the need to design more robust and coordinated strategies to address not only the immediate manifestations of this violence but also its structural causes. This work aims to contribute to developing a more effective public policy framework and promoting an equitable and violence-free society.
