This subproject strengthens economic resilience and social capital in Karanki and Kayambi MUR communities, with a focus on empowering women’s leadership. Relying on small-scale farming, livestock, handicrafts, and informal trade, the project revitalizes ancestral practices such as the chakra, crop residue use, and native crops while integrating sustainable
techniques. The Inclusive Economy Hub fosters collaboration among UTN staff, communities, and entrepreneurs, supporting income diversification, women’s participation, and synergy with nutrition, education, and environmental initiatives.
IUC Ecuador SP4 is een onderzoeksproject van Disobedient Practices.
Universidad Técnica del Norte
Catherine Willems
01/09/2026 - 30/08/2036
VLIR-UOS
VLIR-UOS Institutioneel Universiteit Samenwerkingsprogramma (IUC)
Universidad Técnica del Norte
Universiteit Hasselt