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Jobs that stay local
Most unskilled workers are hired directly from local communities.
Impact · 02 · Social
Communities are part of the process, not an audience.
On every project, most unskilled workers are hired from the communities where we build. We aim to leave lasting local capacity, not just finished infrastructure.
What remains when the project ends.
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Skills that remain
Local workers are trained in construction trades, materials handling and safety practices. That knowledge stays when the machinery leaves.
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Communities that take part
Indigenous, Afro-Colombian and rural communities are part of how the work gets done, not spectators.
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Women in an industry that often leaves them out
Women’s participation at MARA is high, on site and in management.
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Real local roots
We leave infrastructure, jobs and know-how in places that see little economic activity.
Every project leaves more than what it builds: trained people and a community that took part.
Featured projects
Projects with strong community involvement.
Los Katíos NNPAfro-Colombian communities of the Darién
Los Katíos National Natural Park
Afro-Colombian communities of the Darién
Puracé NNPPuracé Volcano · Cauca
Puracé National Natural Park
Puracé Volcano · Cauca
Utría NNPAfro-Colombian communities · artisanal fishers
Utría National Natural Park
Afro-Colombian communities · artisanal fishers
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