Abstract
Objective: This study analyzed the relationship between training and tourism empowerment in the urban parishes of Manta. Theoretical Framework: The research is supported by theories of development, sociology, and psychology, and is related to concepts such as local development, development economics, and citizen participation. Essentially, the study seeks to understand how tourism can be a positive force for social change in Ecuador's coastal communities, as long as training, empowerment, and active participation of community members are promoted. Methodology: For the development of this study and the fulfillment of the specific objectives proposed, a quantitative, field, and correlational research was adopted. Likewise, a non-experimental research design was adopted. Results and Discussion: The results of the quantitative research revealed a low level of English language skills and knowledge of natural and cultural heritage, as well as low participation in tourism training among the urban population of Manta. Weak relationships were also found between empowerment and training, except for the social and psychological dimensions. Implications of the Research: The implications of this research are broad and far-reaching. By demonstrating the relationship between tourism, community empowerment, and sustainable development, this study can serve as a basis for the design of public policies and development programs that promote the active participation of local communities in tourism management. Originality/Value: The originality of this research lies in its multidisciplinary and contextualized approach, which combines elements of economics, sociology, and anthropology to analyze the complex relationship between tourism, community development, and empowerment. Its value lies in its ability to offer a conceptual and methodological framework for future research, as well as its potential to inform public policies and management practices that promote more sustainable and equitable tourism.
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