Human ecosystems: navigating complexity at the intersection of Social Sciences
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Human ecosystems, digitization, migration, sustainability, inclusive governanceAbstract
This article analyzes human ecosystems from an integrated perspective, focusing on digitization, migration, sustainability, and inclusive governance. Using a documentary methodology grounded in authors such as Ostrom (2010), Raworth (2017), Steffen et al. (2015), and Castles and Miller (2014), the study highlights the current challenges of these systems. Findings reveal that digitization fosters technological divides, migration reshapes urban spaces, and sustainability demands adherence to planetary boundaries. Furthermore, inclusive governance emerges as essential for addressing global issues cooperatively. The study concludes that ensuring the resilience and equity of human ecosystems requires comprehensive approaches that prioritize social justice, climate action, and community participation.
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