Escuela Superior Politecnica del Litoral (ESPOL)
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Santa Elena, EcuadorUniversity
Escuela Superior Politecnica del LitoralProgram
Strengthening Community Capacities for the Sustainable Development of the District of Santa ElenaYears
2018Case Type
Program StoriesSchool Size
0 - 20,000Focus Areas
Marine Sciences, Maritime EngineeringDiscipline
Engineering, SciencesRegion
GlobalStrengthening Community Capacities for the Sustainable Development of the District of Santa Elena
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This program is based on the need to promote joint work between authorities, communities, and universities to construct resilient communities through strengthening capacities that empowers the social actors on their problems and provides skills to address the solutions. The program consolidates the academic and research work of the School of Maritime Engineering and Marine Sciences, which pays attention to the actions that generate social and environmental impact. Gina Andrade, professor at the School of Maritime Engineering and Marine Sciences, is in charge of the program. Integrated Coastal Management is a balanced and equitable development approach that addresses economic, social, cultural, and environmental issues that allow for harmonious development. The program looks to implement a balanced approach to nature and adaptation to climate change to build resilient and sustainable societies.
The mission of this program is to strengthen community capacities to support the sustainable development of the District of Santa Elena through coastal management.
Fun Facts About ESPOL
Public or Private Institution | Public
Year Program Established | 2018
Country | Ecuador
Total Student Enrollment | 8090
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Contact Details
Gina Andrade Garcia
Program Director
gandrade@espol.edu.ec
Alejandro Chanaba
Dean of the School of Maritime Engineering and Marine Sciences
achanaba@espol.edu.ec
Humberto Moran Rodriguez
Decanato de Vinculacion
hxmoran@espol.edu.ec
Twitter: @Vinculos_Espol & @fimcmespol
Facebook: @Vinculacion_Espol & @fimcm_espol
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