Álvarez Sánchez, Ana
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Álvarez Sánchez, Ana
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Navigating the Health Care Transition for Migrant Women in the Andean Diaspora with Challenges and Solutions

2025 , Álvarez Sánchez, Ana , Suárez del Villar, Alexis

The study focuses on the integration of migrant women in Andean public health systems, highlighting the persistent challenges despite recent legislative and programmatic advances; through a qualitative approach, using semi-structured interviews, content analysis and case studies, it addresses the cultural, linguistic and structural barriers that still limit the effective access of these women to essential health services. Communication and cultural barriers were identified as the main obstacles faced by these women, significantly affecting the quality of medical care received. The analysis reveals that approximately 85% of migrant women report difficulties in communicating with health personnel, which highlights the need to implement translation services and cultural competency training programs. In addition, it is noted that interventions that integrate cultural and linguistic considerations show a 40% improvement in the effectiveness of medical care. Seventy percent of health professionals recognize resource shortages as a critical constraint to effective service delivery, indicating a significant gap in the health infrastructure that needs to be addressed to improve accessibility and quality of health care. The researchers propose a more holistic and culturally adaptive approach to policy formulation could significantly improve the accessibility and quality of healthcare offered to migrant women. This would include improving coordination between mental and physical health services and implementing more inclusive policies that consider the specific needs of migrant women. The research emphasizes the importance of incorporating multidisciplinary perspectives that address both mental and physical health, as these aspects are deeply interconnected and significantly affect women’s ability to integrate into new social and economic environments. It is stressed that, to improve the health situation of migrant women, it is crucial that future public health programs and policies incorporate a targeted and specialized approach that is sensitive to the cultural and linguistic differences that characterize this population. This will not only facilitate better integration of migrants into health systems but will also contribute to their well-being and overall public health

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Technology and E-Learning as Catalysts for Inclusive Community Development in Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

2026 , Álvarez Sánchez, Ana , Suárez del Villar, Alexis

This study explores the impact of emerging technologies and e-learning platforms on inclusive community development, despite significant technological advances, marginalized communities often remain disconnected from the benefits of digitization. The main objective is to assess how e-learning tools can facilitate inclusive development and promote social and economic integration. A mixed methodology combining quantitative and qualitative analysis was employed to assess the impact of e-learning technologies on marginalized communities. The primary endpoint was improved accessibility and quality of education, as measured by student participation and satisfaction. The analysis revealed that 76% of participants experienced a significant improvement in access to educational resources, while 69% reported an increase in satisfaction with the learning opportunities available. However, challenges included the need for more technological infrastructure and training in digital skills. This empowering effect is crucial for community development, as it empowers individuals within their own environments. Together, it was noted that the effective use of ICTs for development is highly dependent on local adaptation of tools and programs, underscoring the importance of personalized and community-based approaches to educational technology implementation. It is concluded that e-learning platforms are effective tools for promoting inclusive community development, especially in marginalized areas. It is essential to address infrastructural and capacity building barriers to maximize their effectiveness. Further research should focus on customized strategies that address the specific needs of different communities to facilitate more effective technological integration, ensuring that the benefits of technological development reach all segments of society. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2026.

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