Patrones de Violencia Estructural Contra la Mujer en el Territorio de Villavicencio, Meta: un Enfoque desde Johan Galtung en los Sectores de las Comunas 5,6 y 7 (Años 2023-2024)

Abstract

Structural violence against women in communes 5, 7, and 9 of Villavicencio represents a complex issue rooted in the sociopolitical and economic dynamics of these territories. During the period 2023-2024, this research, based on Johan Galtung's theoretical framework, analyzes how structural conditions of exclusion, socioeconomic inequality, and institutional deficiencies perpetuate invisible but systematic forms of violence that disproportionately affect women. Using a qualitative approach and a multiple case study design, data was collected through semi-structured interviews, document reviews, and secondary sources from public entities and community organizations. The results revealed recurring patterns of marginalization, lack of access to fundamental rights, and absence of effective social protection mechanisms, creating a scenario where structural violence manifests in institutional, cultural, and social areas. The research concluded that these forms of violence not only reproduce female subordination but also consolidate invisible patriarchal structures. This calls for a comprehensive transformation of public policies with a gender perspective and a human rights approach. This study provides valuable input for the formulation of strategies aimed at equity, social justice, and the empowerment of women in vulnerable urban contexts.