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Challenges of formalizing informal solid waste collectors in the city of Chiclayo, Peru Universidad Católica Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo - (PE), Perú Solid waste management is an ongoing challenge in the city of Chiclayo, particularly due to the limited integration of informal waste collectors into the municipal system. The objective of this research was to analyze the main challenges facing the formalization of informal solid waste collectors in Chiclayo during the year 2026. The study was conducted using a basic qualitative approach, with an exploratory-descriptive design and a phenomenological case study. Information was collected through semi-structured interviews with formal and informal waste collectors, municipal authorities, and environmental management specialists. The results show that the main barriers to formalization are bureaucratic complexity, limited regulatory knowledge, the perception of high legal costs, and mistrust of public institutions. It is concluded that formalization requires simplified processes, effective incentives, and greater institutional coordination to ensure decent working conditions and sustainable solid waste management | |