SOCIO-ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MINI DAM IN THE ZENÚ INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY OF COTORRA: CONSEQUENCES ON FOOD SECURITY AND BIODIVERSITY OF THE SINÚ RIVER

SUMMARYThis study analyzes the social and environmental problems that the Zenú de Cotorra indigenous community, located near the Sinú River, will face due to the construction of a mini hydroelectric dam 30 km from their territory. This project will have serious consequences for the river’s ecosystem and the food security of the 300 Zenú families, who depend heavily on fishing for their livelihoods.The construction of the mini-dam will directly affect the population of key fish, such as catfish and salmon, by altering natural breeding cycles and aquatic habitats. Reducing these species will not only decrease the river’s biodiversity, but also exacerbate food insecurity in the community. Zenú families consume fish on a daily basis, and the decrease in this protein source will severely compromise their diet, increasing the risk of malnutrition.In addition, fishing is one of the main economic activities in the region. The reduction in the fish population will directly affect local fishermen, including those from the Zenú community, who will see their economic opportunities diminished. The loss of income will exacerbate poverty and increase social vulnerability in a community already facing challenges related to a lack of resources and opportunities.This analysis highlights the need to conduct a thorough environmental impact study before proceeding with the construction of the mini-dam. Alternatives that minimize ecological and social damage should be considered, as well as mitigation strategies that guarantee the protection of the natural resources on which the Zenú community depends. Otherwise, the consequences will be devastating for their food, economic and environmental security.KEY WORDS: Zenú indigenous community, Mini hydroelectric dam, Food security, Environmental impact.

FOOTBALL AS A TOOL FOR PEACE AND INTEGRAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE ZENÚ INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY: ADDRESSING CHILD ABDUCTION, SOCIAL COHESION AND SUSTAINABILITY

SUMMARYThe Zenú indigenous community located in Sampués, Sucre, Colombia faces the serious problem of child abduction at the hands of subversive groups, profoundly affecting the development of young people and the social cohesion of the community. This situation has generated an environment of fear and mistrust, preventing the healthy growth and integral development of children, who present traumas and difficulties in their education and emotional well-being.This study proposes to use soccer as an effective tool to promote peace and social cohesion among Zenú youth. Through regular sports activities, leadership and human rights trainings, and improvements in sports infrastructure, it seeks to offer a safe and positive space for children. Sports activities would not only provide a means for recreation and physical exercise, but also an environment where core values such as teamwork, discipline, and respect can be taught.In addition, a detailed analysis of the current situation faced by Zenú children is included, exploring the causes and consequences of child abduction. The intervention proposal focuses on specific strategies to reduce kidnapping, foster social cohesion, and promote the integral development of young people. The expected benefits of the program, such as improved psychological well-being and reduced violence, will be discussed, as well as potential limitations and challenges, such as the availability of resources and cultural acceptance of the program.KEY WORDS: Child kidnapping, Subversive groups, football, human rights.

NETWORKED CLIMATE EMPOWERMENT: GENERAL DEVELOPMENT FOR COMMUNITIES THROUGH INTERNET PROVISION

Currently the companies Claro, Movistar and Enlazar, provides internet services in the rural area of Colosó, the service is provided through radio link technology and the connection speed is fixed and the weather also affects the quality, negatively impacting communication, we want the solution to these problems to be real and effective, we propose a new technology that allows to eradicate these connectivity difficulties, a field work was conducted by applying a form which shows us the needs of the community on issues of internet connectivity and its great benefits. It also examines government policies to implement models that ensure rural connectivity and long-term sustainability, involving the private sector,universities and other public sector entities. According to the sustainable development indexes, the objective is to enable the most remote communities to access information and internet services as an essential public service, due to their geographic location and vulnerable populations, thus making it possible to close the domestic connectivity gap. The implementation of the improved and expanded Internet services included in this project will make a significant contribution to the central government’s efforts to enable rural communities to improve the quality of life of Colombians. Cultural development that enables access to and use of information technologies as an opportunity for interaction not only ensures the use of information technologies as a source of virtual activity and research, but also contributes to the economic, cultural, social and educational development of local populations. promotes sustainable growth.

ALTERNATIVE INNOVATION PROGRAM FOCUSED ON THE WORK SKILLS OF WOMEN IN THE COLOMBIAN COUNTRYSIDE.

This program is focused on answering the question: What is the relationship of rural women with respect to community development in Colombia? Taking into account that Colombia has rural areas with great territorial wealth, favorable climate and important water sources, in addition of the strength, efficiency and willingness to work of the communities, which should become an important potential, but this is not the case, since it is evident that the majority are in conditions of poverty, due to the lack of training, entrepreneurship, resources and above all it does not have a community organization and development where women play a fundamental role. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the role of women in the rural context in relation to community development through a phenomenological design study, based on life experiences, subjectivity and the interpretation of reality from the perspective of the participants who were 12 women (2 of 6 villages located on the Colombian Atlantic coast) where it can be concluded that women from rural areas contribute significantly to community development by exercising active participation and positive leadership within all processes. of the communities, in addition its contribution from the reproductive roles in the administration of the home and the strengthening of the family make it essential to maintain the social growth of these areas, in turn enhancing their productivity and sustainable economic development.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE RECOVERY OF INFERTILE SOILS WITH REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE AND CONSTRUCTION OF NATIVE SEED BANKS IN INDIGENOUS TERRITORIES TO GUARANTEE FOOD SECURITY

SUMMARYThe longevity of the primary sector, human prosperity, and survival itself all depend on fertile soil, something that regenerative agriculture advocates. In recent years, it has evolved from just another concept to a tangible approach that can save and secure our precious soils. The Zenú indigenous territories of the Colombian coast face the problem of soil infertility, which has a negative impact on food security and biodiversity in the region. The present study proposes a comprehensive strategy to address the problem of soil infertility and the creation of an indigenous seed bank in the Zenú indigenous territories on the Colombian coast. Keywords: Infertility, soil degradation, regenerative agriculture, indigenous communities, seed bank.

ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION PROGRAM FOR THE REDUCTION OF THE IMPACTS OF MICROPLASTIC PRODUCED BY TOURIST ACTIVITIES ON THE COLOMBIAN CARIBBEAN COAST

Los microplásticos son contaminantes emergentes con una distribución global amplia y representan un riesgo para la biodiversidad y el sustento de comunidades indígenas en la costa caribe Colombia. Estas partículas son mayormente traídas por los turistas y transportadas por los ríos desde el continente hacia los ecosistemas marino-costeros, en donde se acumulan y afectan su calidad ambiental. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la contaminación por microplásticos en manglares y playas del área marina protegida en el Caribe colombiano. En mayo de 2022, se seleccionaron tres estaciones en los manglares y dos en las playas turísticas, en donde se muestrearon microplásticos en el agua superficial y sedimentos, los cuales se identificaron visualmente bajo el estereoscopio, se contaron para determinar su abundancia y se clasificaron según sus formas. La abundancia de microplásticos fue mayor en los manglares en comparación con las. En ambos ecosistemas, las películas, las espumas y los fragmentos fueron las formas más comunes, relacionándose con la deficiente gestión de residuos domésticos, la baja regulación del turismo y sus residuos y la pesca en la zona. Este estudio realizado por parte del equipo Ecoceanos aporta al conocimiento sobre la distribución, la abundancia y las características de los microplásticos en manglares y playas de la región, para generar conciencia ambiental sobre sus riesgos y promover acciones sostenibles que permitan prevenir y mitigar sus impactos negativos, especialmente, en las áreas marinas protegidas involucrando a las comunidades indígenas y a las sociedad civil garantizando así el bienestar general.

PROGRAM FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS OF VENEZUELAN INDIGENOUS MIGRANT WOMEN AND GIRLS IN COLOMBIA.

SUMMARY The proposed program aims to address the environmental challenges faced by Venezuelan migrant indigenous women and girls in Colombia. It seeks to guarantee their environmental rights, promote their empowerment and preserve their cultural traditions. The program focuses on equitable access to natural resources, capacity building, environmental awareness, comprehensive protection, and inter-institutional cooperation. It will be implemented through strategic alliances and monitoring indicators will be established to assess its effectiveness. This programme represents an important step towards an inclusive and sustainable society.The diagnosis reveals that the massive displacement of Venezuelans to Colombia has generated significant environmental impacts, which disproportionately affect indigenous women and girls. These communities face obstacles in accessing vital natural resources, such as clean water, food, adequate shelter and basic services. This not only jeopardizes their well-being, but also their ability to preserve their cultural traditions and ancestral knowledge. KEY WORDS: women, indigenous, migrants, Venezuelans, natural resources, crisis, comprehensive protection.

COMPREHENSIVE FOOD SECURITY PROJECT WITH THE CONTRIBUTION OF INDIGENOUS FARMER FIELD SCHOOLS: THE PALMITO CASE, SUCRE, COLOMBIA.

SUMMARY Ecoceanos Corporation contributes 1 farmer field school to promote food security for vulnerable families in the municipality of San Antonio De Palmito, Sucre. In 2020, Ecoceanos and the farmers of the community met with an NGO (Bosquecolombiano), to plan a comprehensive food security project. The project begins in 2021, with two phases; the first ends in the same year and the second concluded in 2023. This project was implemented to improve the livelihoods of 420 vulnerable families of extreme and high food insecurity with the reduction of 30% of children classified below average height by age in the project area; and a 25% increase in the value of family productive assets. The methodology of work with families focuses on productive and environmental aspects, and a design of non-formal adult education was applied. During the time that the project was applied, it was concluded that the methodology worked to strengthen organizational capacities, support for agricultural production, animal health, agricultural exchange events, post-harvest, which is expected to be replicated and sustainable because it is based on organizations with decision, where peasant women play a very important role. Keywords: schools, food security, indigenous, training.

PEDAGOGICAL PROJECT IN THE ZENÚ INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY WITH VICTIMS OF SOCIAL DISCRIMINATION BELONGING TO THE LGTBIQ COMMUNITY

SUMMARYIn 2022, the Ecoceanos Corporation provided psychological support, workshops and educational talks to the Afro-descendant community located in northern Colombia. Several members of this community are strongly discriminated against by their own families, as they are not allowed to be part of the LGTIBQ community, forcing some to abandon their homes, in search of a more dignified life where they do not feel the rejection of society. Through interviews, we explored various discourses, meanings and practices that are permeated by various religious, cultural and social factors that often end up legitimizing different forms of discrimination associated with the reproduction of stereotypes.Keywords: LGBTIQ, discrimination, abuse, neglect.

RENEWABLE ENERGIES AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL AREAS OF COLOMBIA.

The energy balance of the Mata de caña, Cordoba, Colombia, is presented and the renewable energy potential is estimated. It is shown that only a rigorous approach to sustainability guarantees an impact on the economic development of the community, taking into account the sustainability criteria required by the Clean Development Mechanism. An energy model was developed to calculate the demand for irrigation, according to climatic, orographic and crop variables. Key words: sustainable development, renewable energies, CDM, LULUCF.