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A Long-Distance WiFi Network as a Tool to Promote Social Inclusion in Southern Veracruz, Mexico

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  • Monica Karel Huerta

    (Grupo De Investigación en Telecomunicaciones y Telemática (GITEL), Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Calle Vieja 12-30 y Elia Liut, Cuenca 010105, Ecuador
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Jessica Garizurieta

    (Faculty of Accounting and Administration, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán s/n, Zona Universitaria, Xalapa 91000, Mexico
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Rubén González

    (Faculty of Accounting and Administration, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán s/n, Zona Universitaria, Xalapa 91000, Mexico
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Luis-Ángel Infante

    (Faculty of Administration and Businesses, Universidad Simón Bolívar, Carrera 59 n. 59-36, Barranquilla 080002, Colombia)

  • Melina Horna

    (Faculty of Business, Studies Professional Accounting School, Universidad César Vallejo, Larco Avenue, Trujillo 1770, Peru)

  • Renato Rivera

    (Grupo De Investigación en Telecomunicaciones y Telemática (GITEL), Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, Calle Vieja 12-30 y Elia Liut, Cuenca 010105, Ecuador)

  • Roger Clotet

    (Higher School of Engineering, Science and Technology, Valencian International University, Calle Pintor Sorolla 21, 46002 Valencia, Spain
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

Abstract

The United Nations Organization established 17 sustainable development goals in 2015, including No Poverty, Good Health and Well-Being, Quality Education, Reduced Inequalities, and Responsible Consumption and Production. Latin America stands out as a region marked by significant levels of inequality, encompassing disparities in income and inadequate social protection. The rural municipality of Mecayapan in the Selvas region of Veracruz state, Mexico, is a community where these issues are prominently present. Another specific challenge that exacerbates the situation is the absence of connectivity, which hinders the utilization of technological advancements in three fundamental areas: health, education, and the economy. The project began with a thorough evaluation of the geographical, social, economic, cultural, educational, and health factors within the region. Following this, the network design and implementation phase was executed, considering the available resources, prioritizing recycled materials, and utilizing simulations when required. The subsequent step involved deploying the network in a prioritized manner, utilizing strategic management approaches. To assess the impact of this implementation, a qualitative descriptive study was conducted. This likely entailed the collection of data through interviews, observations, or surveys to gain comprehensive insights into how the WiFi network influenced the community. Results indicate that the implementation of a long-distance WiFi network with wide, open-access coverage in Mecayapan will yield favorable outcomes in terms of social inclusion, poverty reduction, and the overall enhancement of residents’ quality of life. By leveraging technological advancements and promoting connectivity, the WiFi network can contribute to long-term sustainability by fostering economic development, enabling access to educational resources, facilitating communication and networking opportunities, and promoting sustainable practices in various sectors.

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  • Monica Karel Huerta & Jessica Garizurieta & Rubén González & Luis-Ángel Infante & Melina Horna & Renato Rivera & Roger Clotet, 2023. "A Long-Distance WiFi Network as a Tool to Promote Social Inclusion in Southern Veracruz, Mexico," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(13), pages 1-27, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:13:p:9939-:d:1176674
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