Propuesta orientada a la creación de una Escuela Vocacional de Artes para el Desarrollo Cultural y Social de Niños y Jóvenes Vulnerables del cantón Portoviejo

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Abstract: This research proposes the creation of a vocational art school in the canton of Portoviejo as an educational and sociocultural strategy aimed at the integral development of children and young people in vulnerable situations. Through a qualitative approach, community experiences, pedagogical models, and local artistic practices were explored using interviews, direct observation, and documentary analysis. The results show that artistic education, when implemented with participatory and contextual methodologies, significantly contributes to social inclusion, identity expression, and the prevention of social risks such as violence or school dropout. Likewise, an unmet demand for arts training spaces, especially in underserved sectors, was identified. The proposal aims to link art with social transformation, strengthening community ties and creating sustainable cultural development opportunities. This project not only addresses local needs but also offers a replicable model for other contexts with similar realities.