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Violence Against Women· 2026Q1

Determinants of Gender-Based Violence in Ecuador

Andrea Llerena-Pinto, Rebeca Jiménez‐Rodríguez

Short summary

Childhood/adolescent violence experiences and partner conflicts are the strongest predictors of women experiencing gender-based violence (GBV) in Ecuador, with gender roles and decision-making attitudes also significantly influencing outcomes.

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Key points

  • Childhood and adolescent violence experiences strongly predict women's likelihood of experiencing GBV in Ecuador.
  • Partner-related conflicts are a major determinant of GBV.
  • Gender roles and decision-making attitudes significantly influence GBV risk.
  • Determinants of GBV differ across psychological, physical, sexual, and economic/patrimonial violence types.

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Abstract

This study analyzed the determinants of gender-based violence (GBV) in Ecuador using microdata from the National Survey on Family Relations and Gender Violence against Women. Binomial logit models estimated the probability of women experiencing any type of GBV and each type (psychological, physical, sexual, or economic and patrimonial). Results showed that childhood and adolescent violence experiences and partner-related conflicts were among the strongest predictors of women's likelihood of experiencing GBV, while gender roles and decision-making attitudes had a significant influence. Determinants varied across types of violence, suggesting that GBV has structural and cultural roots and highlighting the need for gender-transformative policies.

The authors' abstract, as published at the source. Violence Against Women, 2026 · DOI ↗

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