# Higher education social inclusion initiatives > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/higher-education-social-inclusion-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-19T18:00:08.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Higher education institutions in Mexico and Spain are implementing various social engagement and inclusion programs. In Mexico, the University of Colima (UdeC) has launched the ‘Horizontes de Voluntad’ program, which includes the inauguration of a university classroom at the Colima Men’s Penitentiary Center to support social reintegration through arts, philosophy, and nature studies. Additionally, UdeC organized the XVII International Colloquium on Gender Equality in Higher Education Institutions to address social inequalities and violence. The Autonomous University of the State of Mexico (UAEMéx) has also introduced a ‘Decalogue of Safe and Peaceful Spaces’ to promote a culture of dialogue. In Spain, the University of La Laguna and the Cabildo Insular in Tenerife recognized achievements in the ‘Aprendizaje-Servicio’ (Service-Learning) program, an educational methodology that integrates academic study with social commitment. Notable projects included the MANO-MAR nature and ocean project and a solidarity craft fair involving over 1,000 students. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-19: Educational institutions launch social engagement initiatives in Spain and Mexico Educational institutions in Spain and Mexico are launching initiatives to foster social commitment, including service-learning awards in Tenerife and a new university classroom in a Colima prison. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/educational-institutions-launch-social-engagement-initiatives-in-spain-and-mexico ### 2026-09-17: Mexican universities implement social inclusion and peace initiatives Mexican universities are advancing social initiatives, including gender equality colloquiums at UdeC, educational programs for inmates in Colima, and peace-building protocols at UAEMéx. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mexican-universities-implement-social-inclusion-and-peace-initiatives --- Cite as: Higher education social inclusion initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/higher-education-social-inclusion-initiatives