University Scholarships: A Process of Interculturality in the Andean Region Contributions to The SDGS

Objective: This study aims to investigate how inclusive scholarships aimed at diverse communities in the Andean Region promote interculturality and equitable access to higher education. It aims to explore how these scholarships foster inclusion, development and cultural exchange in the region. Theoretical Framework: This topic addresses the fundamental concepts that support the research. Dussel (2016) highlights intercultural dialogue as a promoter of understanding and respect between cultures, while Fornet-Betancourt (2007) argues that this thought transforms Latin American philosophy beyond theoretical debates. Method: The research uses a qualitative ethnographic approach, combining hermeneutic methodology and discourse analysis. A native Quechua team studies the Asháninca territory, at risk of linguistic extinction, collecting data through observations, interviews and coexistence with university scholarship actors and local authorities. Results and Discussion: The results highlight the need to promote indigenous languages ​​and support at-risk communities, in contrast to the goals of the Peruvian State. The scarcity of information in the beneficiary database limits the research, despite the existing literature. Research Implications: The implications of this research are analyzed in the practice of farmers, parents, university authorities and students. Scholarships offer intercultural opportunities, but some question their legality, alleging undue benefits for relatives of those already in the system. This affects socialization, linguistic interference and interculturality. Originality/Value: This study enriches the literature by showing that scholarships in Peru promote well-being and develop skills for higher education. It highlights the importance of the media and teachers in the dissemination of these initiatives in a centralist context.