The institutions that last.

Abstract

Introduction: The phrase "Men pass, and institutions endure," attributed to the Frenchman Jean Monnet, has become a dogma, an irrefutable maxim frequently mentioned in public events and colloquial conversations. However, the article's author questions this phrase's coherence, arguing that institutions do not always last and that men do not always pass unnoticed.

Institutions and men: The author maintains that the institutions that last are founded on the backs of the men and women who fought and who fought to keep them alive. Although these men will be gone one day, their indelible mark will prevent their memory from passing.

The Alcivar Hospital: an example of a lasting institution: The Alcivar Hospital in Guayaquil is an institution that has endured over time. Almost nine decades of permanent work serving the community in medical care and academic training. Despite its difficulties, such as public health debt, the hospital has remained firm in its commitment to offering quality services and training new professionals.

The fundamental role of men and women in institutions: The author highlights that the success of institutions depends on the work and dedication of the men and women who make them up. Without them, institutions would be like trees without roots that die at the slightest setback.

Conclusion: The author concludes that men and women are the fundamental basis of institutions. They are the ones who make them last over time and turn them into agents of positive change in society.