The FLOATING POPULATION IN MEXICALI

Housing Perceptions

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5821/siiu.12871

Abstract

The "floating population" is defined as those who are temporarily in a place without it being their habitual residence, encompassing diverse groups, from migrants to temporary workers. The objective of this study is to identify factors influencing the perception of housing among temporary inhabitants in the border city of Mexicali, Baja California, providing a detailed insight into their composition and perceptions. With a quantitative approach and a random sample of 96 individuals, the perception of housing was addressed through surveys conducted in different locations in the city. Despite disparities in housing compared to local residents, the majority of the floating population perceives their homes as good or neutral, indicating a conscious adaptation to transitoriness. These findings inform policies and programs to address the needs of this mobile group.

Author Biography

Carlos Gándara Woongg, Universidad Autónoma de Baja California

Profesor investigador en la Facultad de Arquitectura y Diseño de la Universidad Autónoma de Baja California. Arquitecto por la Universidad de Sonora, Maestro en arquitectura por la Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, Doctor en Ciencias de los Ámbitos Antrópicos, Con énfasis en: Urbanismo, por la Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes y Especialidad en estudios de las ciudades del Siglo XXI en el Colegio de la Frontera Norte. Pertenece al Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (nivel candidato).

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Published

2025-01-26

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SIIU 2024 CORDOBA