The company reinforces its social commitment by facilitating its spaces for dialogue. It is also linking this initiative with the educational work of the Hercesa Foundation.

09/04/2026

Hercesa hosted a colloquium on social exclusion in Guadalajara, in collaboration with Cáritas Diocesana. The meeting focused on analysing the reality of social exclusion in Guadalajara and its main challenges.

Social exclusion in Guadalajara, under debate

On the one hand, the meeting brought together experts and institutional representatives. On the other hand, it provided an opportunity to analyse the main conclusions of the FOESSA Report in Castilla-La Mancha. This study is key to understanding the evolution of inequality and the current social challenges.

María José Bustos, director of Cáritas Diocesana de Guadalajara, took part in the colloquium. Luis Ayala, Professor of Economics at the UNED, and member of the Scientific Committee of the FOESSA Foundation, also took part. Marina Sánchez-Sierra, from the Cáritas Española research team, also took part. The meeting also included the intervention of D. Julián Ruiz Martorell, Bishop of the Diocese of Sigüenza-Guadalajara.

Institutional participation and joint reflection

In addition, the event was attended by institutional representatives and representatives of the business community. Among them, the mayoress of Guadalajara, Ana Guarinos, was present. Also in attendance were members of the diocese and other social agents from the surrounding area.

In this context, the analysis of social exclusion in Guadalajara highlighted a key aspect. A greater joint involvement of administrations, companies and civil society is necessary. This is the only way to address these challenges effectively.

Hercesa’s social commitment

With this initiative, Hercesa reaffirms its commitment to the social development of the territory. To this end, it facilitates spaces that encourage dialogue, reflection and awareness.

In addition, this collaboration is aligned with the activity of the Hercesa Foundation. Its objective is to improve employability and labour market insertion. In particular, it focuses on people in vulnerable situations. You can find out more about its work at https://hercesa.com/fundacion-hercesa/

The Star Room, a reference space

The Star Room, where the meeting was held, is a multi-purpose space of more than 500 m². It can seat 224 people. It also has technical equipment for sound and lighting. It can also be adapted to different event formats.

On the other hand, its location and accessibility make it easy to attend. It also has parking areas and a large annex hall. This space allows for the holding of receptions and meetings. For this reason, it has become a benchmark venue in Guadalajara.

Finally, Hercesa continues to promote collaboration with social entities such as Cáritas (https://www.caritas.es/). In this way, it places its resources at the service of initiatives that contribute to a more inclusive society.

About the Hercesa Foundation

Since its creation in 2001, the Hercesa Foundation has provided more than 44,000 hours of certified training. In addition, it has accompanied more than 3,500 students in their qualification and job placement process. Throughout these years, it has consolidated a model of public-private collaboration. Thanks to this, it connects training and business, facilitating real employment opportunities.