Alejandro Guzmán Robles
International Research Training Group 'Temporalities of Future in Latin America'
PhD Candidate
Urban and Environmental Studies
Project: 'Network governance as a tool for the future implementation of inclusive mobility policies in two medium-sized Mexican cities'
Education:
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Since 08/2023 |
PhD student in Urban and Environmental Studies at El Colegio de México, A.C. |
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09/2020 – 06/2022 |
Master’s Degree in Geography. National Autonomous University of Mexico |
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01/2013 – 06/2018 |
Bachelor’s Degree in Geography. National Autonomous University of Mexico |
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09/2002 – 06/2008 |
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. National Autonomous University of Mexico |
Work Experience
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Since 03/2009 |
Independent environmental consultant |
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07/2018-06/2023 |
Secondary school teacher specialising in Geography and History |
Project: 'Network governance as a tool for the future implementation of inclusive mobility policies in two medium-sized Mexican cities'
The main objective of this research project is to identify the social, economic, political and environmental factors that influence relations between government and civil society actors in two Mexican cities: Aguascalientes and Villahermosa. These actors are involved in the formulation and implementation of policies aimed at guaranteeing the right to mobility for people in vulnerable situations, particularly older people and people with disabilities.
The research employs a comparative approach and governance network analysis to characterise the actors involved, identify their levels of influence and interest, and understand the dynamics of cooperation, negotiation and conflict that determine the success or failure of public policies. It also incorporates the concepts of anticipations and aspirations to analyse how different actors envisage and project the future of urban mobility.
The study is based on the premise that medium-sized cities are ideal settings for experimenting with new forms of mobility management due to their size, functionality and the close ties between authorities, businesses and the public. Although Aguascalientes and Villahermosa have similar institutions and legal frameworks regarding urban mobility, they have achieved different results in the implementation of inclusive mobility policies. Aguascalientes has made progress in modernising transport and promoting public participation, whilst Villahermosa faces constraints arising from poor institutional coordination and a lack of assessment and public engagement.
Finally, the project aims to contribute to the theoretical and practical development of urban mobility policies by proposing more inclusive and innovative governance models that guarantee the right to mobility and improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable groups in Mexican cities.
Articles
Bustos Palomino, E. A., & Guzmán Robles, A. (2026). Efectos y prospecciones del Tren Felipe Ángeles desde la perspectiva del derecho humano a la movilidad. Perfiles De Las Ciencias Sociales, 13(26), e6698. https://doi.org/10.19136/pcs.a13n26.6698
