Linking sustainability science, community and culture: A research partnership in Cotacachi, Ecuador

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2006

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Cambridge, MA: CABI Publishing

Abstract

Chapter One introduces the SANREM Andes project as a research partnership oriented to combine participatory social learning processes and scientific study of human and environment interaction for the sustainable development of the indigenous community in Cotacachi Ecuador. Key points of the chapter include a discussion of the geography and general research methodology for the project.

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Participatory processes, Social learning, Community management, Culture, Indigenous community, Community participation, Empowerment, Sustainability, Local knowledge, Community development, Collective action, Sustainability science, Participatory approaches, Indigenous communities, Research partnerships, Social learning, Ecosystem Governance

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