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Heiny Julie Palacios Lozano

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    Personal profile

    Heiny is an Environmental Engineer from the Technological University of Chocó. She is a recognized environmental youth leader in the city of Quibdó and throughout the country. Her commitment to community social processes and her ethnic-specific approach set her apart as a passionate and dedicated professional. The Environmental Engineer has been a catalyst for environmental protection campaigns and strategies, fostering awareness and the stewardship of the natural environment. She has provided training to individuals on environmental topics and values, and has participated in national and international research on the Atrato River and bio-diverse cities (biodiverciudades). Her efforts have been acknowledged with numerous awards and decorations, highlighting her social and environmental dedication in her community. Some articles related to her work and social process are: https://archivo.minambiente.gov.co/index.php/noticias-minambiente/2793-jovenes-de-ambiente-una-estrategia-que-cambia estilos-de-vida https://arquitectura.medellin.unal.edu.co/escuelas/habitat/investigaciones/383-territorios-en-condicion-de-victimas.html https://environmentalsolutions.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Resumen-ejecutivo-Qiodbo-una-ciudad-en-armonia-con la-selva.pdf https://www.lavozdeyopal.co/jovenes-del-choco-hacen-propuestas-ambientales-para-reducir-residuos/ https://www.cortolima.gov.co/sala-de-prensa/noticias/1246-los-jovenes-de-nuestro-departamento-comprometidos-con-el ambiente ht

    Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

    In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

    1. SDG 4 - Quality Education
      SDG 4 Quality Education
    2. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
      SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
    3. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
      SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
    4. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
      SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
    5. SDG 13 - Climate Action
      SDG 13 Climate Action
    6. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
      SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals