The Woman's Role in The Dynamics of Household Economic Life: Case Studi in Halong Atas Hamlet, Maluku Islands

Abstract

This study aims to determine women's role in household economic life dynamics in the Subo and Abui Tribe in Halong Atas Hamlet, the eastern part of Ambon City. This study uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach focusing on homemakers who work in the informal sector in Halong Atas, Halong Hamlet, Ambon City as research subjects. The data collection process is carried out by researchers directly in the field by acting as a critical instrument and a full observer. Key informants in this study were obtained using the purposive sampling technique. The process of collecting data through in-depth interviews with informants, documenting conditions, events, activities, and field conditions were carried out by researchers in person or by telephone with cellphones. The results show that women contribute directly to meeting needs and improving family welfare by dividing work based on authority and responsibility and making decisions in managing family finances; women can do public work without leaving or reducing their domestic work (multiple roles). Women have a dual role in the household as public workers and homemakers. Their loyalty to serving their families has several impacts on them, such as experiencing heartburn due to forgetfulness to eat, backaches and headaches, and lack of time to rest.