FOUNDATIONS FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ACCESSIBILITY IN HERITAGE BUILDINGS IN SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY

CONTRIBUTIONS TOWARD THE VISIBILITY OF GOOD PRACTICES IN OUR CITY

Authors

  • Lucía Barreto National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Paula Gomez National University of Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Carmen Elena Villacorta National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Mauro Alejandro Barreto National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Gonzalo Daniel Benencia Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Emilia Vaira Remondegüi Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Florencia Gisel Cejas National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Silvia Elisa Quirós National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Josefina del Milagro Cruz National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina
  • Gabriela Solano National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16650312

Keywords:

Accessibility, Disability, Heritage, Mapping, Public infrastructure

Abstract

This research proposal arises from the fundamental need to guarantee equitable access to our province heritage. According to the "Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities" (CRPD) established by the United Nations (UN) in 2007, the accessibility to heritage is a fundamental human right that guarantees equal opportunities for all people, regardless of age, gender, social status or ability. In Argentina, this provision was passed and enacted by Law No. 26.378. 

The lack of accessibility to cultural sites is a form of discrimination and exclusion, especially for people with disabilities and/or people who may face physical, communicative, and cognitive barriers. It is worth noting that the lack of accessibility does not affect only to Persons with Disabilities (PWD). There are different stages during life, in which full access to environments can also be compromised, such as: childhood, changes in old age, obesity, anthropometry of the body, pregnancy, use of glasses and/or hearing aids, sequelae from diseases or accidents, and even temporary injuries (Ministry of Childhood, Adolescence, Youth and Citizenship of Neuquén, 2023). 

More specifically, the Architectural Heritage (AH), as a component of Cultural Heritage (CH), plays an important role in the construction of identity, collective memory, social commitment and integration (Slavín[1], 2013) and therefore, it is essential to generate action strategies that promote universal access to heritage and cultural resources, considering people diversity.  

This study aims to provide tools to identify and diagnose the current situation of accessibility to heritage buildings in San Salvador de Jujuy city. As a result, a mapping[2] will be carried out through georeferencing, that will showcase existing best practices in our province, to promote access to heritage sites and the enjoyment of artistic and cultural expressions to a wider spectrum of visitors.   

[1] Architect and PhD in Architecture from the Faculty of Architecture, Urbanism and Design (FAUD) of the National University of Mar del Plata (UNMdP), specialized in Accessibility to Architectural Heritage and Human Rights. 

[2]  Mapping is a reflective practice that uses visual tools, such as maps and other graphic media, to analyze and critically examine social or geographical territories. It is a collective strategy that aims at gathering information, to socialize, highlight, and reflect on revealed data. 

Author Biographies

Lucía Barreto, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Adjunct Professor in Colonial Art and Architecture, and in Protected Area Management, at the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), National University of Jujuy (UNJu). Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism (FHyCS, UNJu) and a degree in Architecture from the School of Architecture and Urbanism, National University of Tucumán (FAU, UNT). Head of the Department of Institutional Strengthening at the Directorate of Citizen Participation, Secretariat of Planning and Environment, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy. Has completed postgraduate courses in Gender Studies, Cities, Territories, and Participatory Methodologies at the National University of Tucumán (UNT).

Paula Gomez, National University of Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina

Teaching Assistant in Representation Systems, School of Engineering, National University of Jujuy (UNJU). Teaching Assistant in Colonial Art and Architecture, Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), UNJU. Adjunct Professor of Architectural Representation Systems, UCSE DASS. Tutor for the Architecture Program, UCSE DASS. Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in University Teaching, University of Buenos Aires (UBA). Architect, School of Architecture and Urbanism, National University of Tucumán (FAU, UNT).

Carmen Elena Villacorta, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Ph.D. in Latin American Studies, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
Master’s Degree in Latin American Studies, National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy, José Simeón Cañas Central American University.
Expertise in Science and Technology (S&T): Comprehension of philosophical and theoretical texts; political analysis, situational analysis, and historical process analysis; bibliographic research; strong written and oral communication skills; teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels; thesis advising; copy editing, publishing coordination, and editorial management; experience in public relations, group coordination, and organization of academic events.
Affiliation: Executive Unit for Regional Social Sciences and Humanities (UE-CISOR) — (CONICET – UNJu).

Mauro Alejandro Barreto, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Teaching Assistant (Head of Practical Work) for the course Tourism Quality Management, FHyCS-UNJu
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration — Catholic University of Salta
Ongoing Studies: Postgraduate Certificate in Marketing and Commercial Management, Universidad Empresarial Siglo 21.
Training: Investment Project Formulation: From Theory to Practice, EDEP (School of Economic and Productive Development), Ministry of Production, Province of Jujuy.
Training: Management Tools for My Entrepreneurship, EDEP (School of Economic and Productive Development), Ministry of Production, Province of Jujuy.
Training: Accounting and SME Assistant, Argentine Institute of Computing.

Gonzalo Daniel Benencia, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina

Specialist in Georeferencing. University level: Fourth year of the Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems at the National University of Tres de Febrero. Third year of the Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering at the National University of Jujuy, School of Engineering.
Additional training: Diploma in Municipal Public Management (2018) — National Training Program for Municipal Employees.

Emilia Vaira Remondegüi, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy, Jujuy, Argentina

Specialist in Accessible Information. Specialist in Audiovisual Translation.
Public Administration employee in the area of graphic communication and accessibility at the Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations.
Holds a Diploma in Audiovisual Translation.

Florencia Gisel Cejas, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Extension Student, “Mapping the Heritage Accessibility of Jujuy.”
Institutions: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism program at the El Carmen Academic Extension, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), and the Directorate of Citizen Participation, Secretariat of Planning and Environment, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy.

Silvia Elisa Quirós , National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Extension Student, “Mapping the Heritage Accessibility of Jujuy.”
Institutions: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism program at the El Carmen Academic Extension, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), and the Directorate of Citizen Participation, Secretariat of Planning and Environment, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy.

Josefina del Milagro Cruz, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Extension Student, “Mapping the Heritage Accessibility of Jujuy.”
Institutions: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism program at the El Carmen Academic Extension, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), and the Directorate of Citizen Participation, Secretariat of Planning and Environment, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy.

Gabriela Solano, National University of Jujuy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Jujuy, Argentina

Extension Student, “Mapping the Heritage Accessibility of Jujuy.”
Institutions: Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism program at the El Carmen Academic Extension, School of Humanities and Social Sciences (FHyCS), and the Directorate of Citizen Participation, Secretariat of Planning and Environment, Municipality of San Salvador de Jujuy.

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2025-07-31

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Barreto, L., Gomez, P., Villacorta, C. E., Barreto, M. A., Benencia, G. D., Vaira Remondegüi, E., Cejas, F. G. ., Quirós , S. E., Cruz, J. del M., & Solano, G. (2025). FOUNDATIONS FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ACCESSIBILITY IN HERITAGE BUILDINGS IN SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY: CONTRIBUTIONS TOWARD THE VISIBILITY OF GOOD PRACTICES IN OUR CITY . Difusiones, 28(28), 25–56. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16650312

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Vol. 28 No. 28 (2025): Difusiones 28

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