Mexico City, November 12, 2024. Fundación MAPFRE and the Universidad Panamericana presented, on October 30, the impact of its MAPFRE-UPU MAPFRE-UP Community Centerlocated in the town of Santa Fe, Mexico City, in an evaluation that highlights how this alliance has benefited the community since its inception. how this alliance has benefited the community since its founding in 2015.
The study showed that the quality of life of the beneficiaries has improved by 29% in the following areas in the areas of health, personal development and digital access between 2022 and 2024, an achievement that positions the MAPFRE-UP Community as a global reference a worldwide benchmark initiative.
With more than 536,000 services to children, young people, adults and senior citizens, the center offersthe center offers essential health, nutrition, education, legal advice and psychosocial care services..
Evaluation and results: methodology with real impact
The research, led by Dr. Marisol Velázquez Dr. Marisol Velázquez and Dr. Lorena de la Torrewas conducted under a quantitative methodology aligned with World Bank standards. World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)This made it possible to accurately assess the real impact on the beneficiary population.
The researchers, who based their analysis on the Sustainable Development Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), pointed out that the MAPFRE-UP Community Center contributes to the goals of end poverty, zero hunger, and health and well-being..
"The commitment to constant evaluation is key to verify if the programs really achieve their objectives and help reduce poverty and improve the quality of life in vulnerable communities," said Dr. Velázquez.said Dr. Velázquez.
The results exceed the average impact of similar programs worldwide, consolidating the MAPFRE-UP Community as an effective and replicable model of social intervention.The MAPFRE-UP Community has been consolidated as an effective and replicable model of social intervention.
Social commitment and future of the project
During the event, Dr. Santiago García Álvarez Dr. Santiago García Álvarezrector of the Mexico City campus of the Universidad Panamericana, highlighted the importance of a intelligent social investment and accountability that allows institutions to continuously improve their contributions.
"The intervention of researchers ensures that rigorous methods capable of measuring impact and analyzing areas of improvement are implemented in each community," said Dr. Garcia.said Dr. Garcia.
For his part, Alfredo BonifazAlfredo Bonifaz, member of the MAPFRE-UP Community Board of Governors, expressed Fundación MAPFRE's satisfaction at being part of this social impact project.
"We are proud to be part of initiatives that, like this one, bring well-being to Mexicans. Investing in the development of our communities is essential for the future of Mexico," he said.he said.
A transformed community: testimonies and challenges
The director of the MAPFRE-UP Community Center, Mónica Torres Cárdenasshared the mission that has guided the center since its inception. Inspired by the values of hospitality and service, explained that the project was designed to transform lives in an integral way..
"The history of Santa Fe has always been marked by the desire to build a united and supportive community. to build a united and supportive community. Although we have made great progress, we still face social challenges that can only be overcome with the collaboration of institutions committed to the development of our country, we continue to face social challenges that can only be overcome with the collaboration of institutions committed to the development of our country," he said.", he said.
The event brought together executives and students from Panamericana, members of MAPFRE Mexico's Management Committee, business leaders, donors, members of civil organizations and other stakeholders interested in replicating this type of model in other communities.
The attendees agreed that the alliance between Fundación MAPFRE and Universidad Panamericana sets a standard of commitment and social responsibility that strengthens Mexican society at a time of great change.
Prospects and future projection
This study is an example of how the MAPFRE-UP Community Center has become an engine of sustainable development in Santa Fe, through a model that integrates education, health and psychosocial support.
With a robust methodology aligned to the SDGs, the center continues to be a space of opportunity and hope. continues to be a space that offers opportunities and hope, especially to those sectors of the populationespecially to those sectors of the population that face barriers in accessing basic services.
As Alfredo Bonifaz stated in his speech: "The need to invest in projects with real impact has never been more urgent. We will remain committed to building a better future for Mexican communities".
Learn more about the study and its findings at: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/16/18/7894
