Bárbara Farías-Fritz, Andrea María Palma-Contreras, Marilyn San Martín-Cofré, Josefina Larraín-Valenzuela, Ángel Roco-Videla

Sexist Climate and Violation of Labor Rights among Academics: A Mixed Study in two Regions in Chile

Introduction

Sexist climate and violation of labor rights among academics: a mixed study in two regions in chile. Study reveals sexist climate & labor rights violations among academics in Chile. Women face higher rates, exposing an unequal, precarious academic environment needing urgent institutional policies.

Abstract

This mixed-method study examines the relationship between a sexist climate and labor rights violations at universities in the Biobío and Ñuble regions of Chile. Based on a non-probability sample of 334 academics, it was found that 25.7% perceived a sexist climate, with the rate being significantly higher among women (40.3%) than men (14.1%). Furthermore, 23.7% reported having experienced labor rights violations, which was also more prevalent among women. The bivariate analysis revealed a statistically significant association between the perception of a sexist climate and the experience of rights violations (46.5% vs. 15.7%). The qualitative phase identified various forms of violations, such as noncompliance with working conditions, harassment, student violence, and pregnancy discrimination. These findings reveal an unequal and precarious work environment, which particularly affects women and gender dissidents, perpetuating structural barriers in the academic field. It is concluded that it is urgent to implement institutional policies aimed at eradicating sexism and ensuring equitable working conditions, promoting a more inclusive, fair, and sustainable academy.

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