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Our Program
Its objective is equal opportunity for those people in the community in access to activities in the network of visiting sites; allowing residents to learn about the management problems faced by the sector and the opportunities for their contribution as an integral and fundamental part of the Galápagos socio-ecosystem. In the future, this seeks to generate the opportunity to profile the connection of young people who, upon knowing the sector, wish to get involved in it, which would benefit both the tourism sector and the local community.
This is an educational program designed for the local Galapagos community to live the experience of getting to know the islands of their archipelago aboard navigable cruises that offer their tourist services on the islands.
During 2023, 208 people have been benefited with unique experiences on board our vessels. We invite you to participate, since the success of this program will depend on the interest and support of each shipowner.
The program has
3 core components:
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Vocational orientation component: Bring the community closer to job alternatives within the sector, teaching the professions that are developed on board and around the islands, sharing information about the professions with the greatest demand and clarifying any questions they may have in this regard, among them will be the collaboration of: High altitude captain, engineer, naturalist guide, kitchen area, hospitality, science, public service, conservation, etc.
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Environmental education component: Encourage the local community to care for their environment - their home, show the fragility and beauty of the ecosystems we inhabit and how it is possible to minimize the negative impact on the environment. Dynamic games that educate and entertain by creating positive experiences (snorkeling activities, species observation, etc.), accompanied on board by naturalist guides and environmental educators from the Galapagos National Park.
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Cultural identity component: Show Galapagos people the wonderful islands where they live, tell stories that tell the challenges and learnings of living in an archipelago in the middle of the ocean.
TARGET SOCIAL GROUP
Initially, the vision of the program is aimed at young Galapagueños starting in the second year of high school; It is important to mention that the experience has been shared with local unions.
BENEFITS - RESOURCES
Partners and colleagues of navigable cruise tourist vessels and daily tours, which will include their guide(s). ADATUR will recognize the payment of the community manager who will provide coverage from the group's departure until its return; as well as the digital material it generates. It is important to mention that all the edited and generated digital material will subsequently be delivered to the shipowner along with a letter and certificate of participation in the social responsibility program.
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