빈곤 여성 한부모의 자립에 관한 질적연구

A Qualitative Study on the Self-reliance of Single Mothers in Poverty: The Experiences of Participation in the Self-Sufficiency Program

Objective: This study aims to explore the meaning of self-reliance and to review the current self-sufficiency program experienced by single mothers in poverty. Methods: We used qualitative research methods. A face-to-face interview was conducted with six mothers. Four investigators analyzed the transcribed files using the NVivo 13 program. Results: The participants experienced failures in the competition for jobs. In addition, maintaining work was difficult in the process of self-sufficiency participation. Nevertheless, the participants were able to maintain self-sufficiency participation thanks to the social support, and labor market participation helped them to find confidence and to develop the foundation for self-reliance. Conclusions: For single mothers in poverty, work can be a key factor for the self-reliance in terms of making a living and making a life independent. However, job placement without considering individual needs and circumstances, poor job conditions, and insensitive occupational training programs that do not support individual growth were identified as areas for improvement. We discussed suggestions for policy and practice for the self-reliance of single mothers in poverty based on the study findings.