Abstract
This research examines inequalities in food access in Mexico City through a spatio-temporal analysis focused on the changes recorded during the 2018–2024 period. This six-year term was marked by the implementation of public health policies aimed at improving food environments through the regulation of advertising, the imposition of taxes on sugary drinks, and the introduction of front-of-package warning labels on ultra-processed foods and beverages. These measures were complemented by programs designed to revitalize small-scale farming and promote food self-sufficiency. The research will utilize socioeconomic and accessibility indicators to identify various foodscapes, their distribution, and their evolution over time. The results aim to provide evidence of the effectiveness of public policies in reducing food inequalities and to assess the impact of these measures from a territorial perspective. This interdisciplinary approach integrates Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools, spatial statistics, and longitudinal data to offer a comprehensive view of how political dynamics influence food environments and consumption patterns in one of the largest metropolises in Latin America.
Presenters
Ana Laura González AlejoAssociate Professor, Applied Geography, Escuela Nacional de Ciencias de la Tierra, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Distrito Federal, Mexico
