Abstract
Regional instability in Central America caused by poverty, corruption, and gang violence has led to an influx of migration to the United States in recent years. The US’ outdated immigration system is unable to keep up with such a heavy flow of migration, so finding solutions to create regional stability is of key importance. This research project proposes a future-hunter approach that focuses on five areas of importance to regional stability: culture, security, economy, technology, and strategic partnerships. To address the issues of corruption, gang violence, and poverty, we suggest working with churches, schools, and other local organizations to harness the collectivist tendencies of Central American communities to promote stability in the family unit as well as the community as a whole. Police reform is also necessary to combat corruption, improve regional security, and re-instill trust in the systems meant to protect people. Addressing infrastructure issues is also important for increasing stability in the region, particularly sanitation infrastructure. Promoting education can help address problems in all these areas. All the problems outlined in the various areas of this report are interconnected, and solutions cannot focus solely on one area. These proposed solutions, over time, can help to build a more prosperous Central America.
Presenters
Eleanor MeleroStudent, M.S. Mass Communication, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma, United States Yi Wen Wong
Student, M.S. Mass Communication , Oklahoma State University , Oklahoma, United States Skye Cooley
Jared Rotha
Matthew O'brien
Student, BA, Political Science, Oklahoma State University, United States Campbell Clark
Researcher, MESA Group, Oklahoma, United States Asya Cooley
Assistant Professor, School of Media and Strategic Communications, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma, United States Kelli Norton
Student, M.S Mass Communication, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
2022 Special Focus—What to Make of Crises: Emerging Methods, Principles, Actions
KEYWORDS
Central America, Regional Stability, Culture, Security, Economy, Technology, Strategic Partnerships
