The role of strong ties in empowering women entrepreneurs in collectivist contexts

Bastian, Bettina Lynda; Wood, Bronwyn P.; Ng, Poh Yen

doi:10.1108/ijge-10-2021-0171

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“…These networks acted as bridges to opportunities, resources, knowledge and greater understanding, supporting previous research (i.e. Bastian et al ., 2023; Lewis, 2004). In contrast to the informal cooperative in Dol and Odame's (2013) study, the cooperatives in this study built and established networks to expand local products to a global market.…”

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confidence: 84%

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Weaving together social capital to empower women artisan entrepreneurs

Brogan,

Dooley

2023

IJGE

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PurposeThis research paper aims to explore the impact artisan cooperatives have upon women employed in Sub-Saharan Africa. Impacts were detailed using the theoretical framework of social capital theory to demonstrate the networks within artisan cooperatives that connect to greater opportunities for social and economic benefits.Design/methodology/approachA phenomenological approach was used for this study based upon the shared experiences of women who were leading artisan cooperatives in Sub-Saharan Africa. This study included semi-structured interviews over Zoom with Chief Entrepreneur Founders of artisan cooperatives located in Sub-Saharan Africa. Documents from the cooperatives were analyzed to triangulate the cooperatives’ current projects and efforts.FindingsThree prevalent themes emerged: (1) key partnerships, (2) benefits of the cooperative and (3) change and growth among the women and communities. Empowerment was felt through both economic and social impacts upon the women.Research limitations/implicationsThis article captures the perspective of the Chief Entrepreneur Founders and their observations and experiences the women shared with them. Emic perspectives from the women who participate in the artisan cooperatives is the focus of future research.Practical implicationsThese social enterprises serve as exemplary models for other cooperatives to provide dignified and sustainable work to impact the lives of women serving in these communities.Originality/valueThis study contributes research on social entrepreneurship within artisan cooperatives. It provides a baseline for further research on the artisan sector specifically for the sustainable development goals of gender equality, decent work and economic growth.

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“…Dol and Odame (2013) found this hindered the group because it inhibited them from accessing broader markets for their products outside their local community. Strong social ties within these communities provide women opportunities to enhance current skills or access necessary resources (Bastian et al ., 2023).…”

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confidence: 99%

Weaving together social capital to empower women artisan entrepreneurs

Brogan,

Dooley

2023

IJGE

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“…The significant influence of participation in decision-making on economic empowerment among women in the Zanzibar tourism industry is consistent with previous studies by (McCall and Mearns, 2021;Perkins, 2010). Similarly, the significant influence of cultural collectivism on economic empowerment among women in the Zanzibar tourism industry is in tandem with Bastian et al (2023); Devi (2023) studies. In line with our findings, women's economic empowerment transcends individual or group restrictions.…”

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confidence: 88%

“…Collectivism has impacted the achievement levels of empowerment among women, with widows scoring high in the areas of performance, economic development, and social development (Devi, 2023). Cultural collectivism increases the chances for women to be empowered (Bastian, Wood, & Ng, 2023). This is so because when the cultural restrictions are abolished in society, women become privileged to undergo various educational and skill training, gain rewarding employment, earn more, and support their families which in turn enhances their self-esteem.…”

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The Influences of Cultural Collectivism and Participation in Decision-Making on Women's Economic Empowerment in Zanzibar Tourism Industry

Abdalla Hassan,

bin Rosnon

et al. 2024

IJARBSS

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The victimization of women in Zanzibar by social evils with denied opportunities that could improve their well-being in various facets of life and concerns about cultural beliefs and norms that have impeded them from participating largely in developed programs in the tourism sector have been documented. Hence, the purpose of this study was to examine the influences of cultural collectivism and participation in decision-making on women's economic empowerment in the Zanzibar tourism sector. The study utilized a quantitative research approach and incorporated survey and causal designs. The data was collected using structured questionnaires from 387 women who have been in tourism activities from nine wards of Zanzibar and the respondents were selected using a multistage cluster sampling technique. The study IBMSPSS to analyze the data. The study discovered that women's economic empowerment level was high in the Zanzibar tourism industry. Also, participation in decision-making significantly influenced women's economic empowerment more than cultural collectivism among women working in the Zanzibar tourism sector. Women's economic empowerment in the tourism industry is a stout product of participation in decision-making and cultural collectivism respectively, and ignoring the gains of women's participation in decision-making, and inclusivity via cultural collectivism is detrimental to sustainable economic development and societal well-being. The study contributes to the limited understanding of how women in Zanzibar are reactive to various factors including economic empowerment level, number of household members, and their employment. The study further revealed the importance of cultural collectivism adoption for enhanced economic development and family well-being.

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“…A similar pattern can be observed in relation to ministerial posts. Consequently, attending to the social aspects and relations is paramount in understanding how women are able to attain certain role(s) in a context where loyalty is the foundation to strong social relationships (Bastian et al ., 2023). However, given the patriarchal nature of this context, this interaction has historically been between men from family businesses and men from the royal family in spatial contexts where only men were allowed such as the “majlis” or “diwan”.…”

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An exploration of women entrepreneurs “doing context” in family business in the Gulf States

Hashim,

McAdam,

Nordqvist

2024

IJGE

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PurposeDrawing on indigenous theory of Ibn Khaldun, the rise and fall of States, this paper explores the agency of women entrepreneurs in family business in Bahrain and the underlying enablers in supporting and facilitating the exercise of this agency. This study attempts to move beyond the Western-centric studies to reflect and bring to light the unique institutional settings of the Gulf States.Design/methodology/approachThe research builds on a rich qualitative single case of a family business based in Bahrain. The single case study methodology was motivated by the potential for generating rich contextual insights. Such an approach is particularly valuable to gain a more holistic and deeper understanding of the contextualized phenomenon and its complexity.FindingsIn this study the authors show how women entrepreneurs take two different paths to enter and become involved in the family business, the barriers they are subjected to and the active role they play in dismantling the challenges to the extent that they become the main mediators between the family business and central institutions in society.Originality/valueBy incorporating indigenous theory with Western family business concepts, the study extends existing understanding of women entrepreneurs in family business by underscoring the agency that women entrepreneurs have in “doing context” and the role that women play in strengthening common cause and destiny within the family and the business by building and drawing on different forms of loyalty.

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The role of strong ties in empowering women entrepreneurs in collectivist contexts

Cited by 11 publications

References 118 publications

Weaving together social capital to empower women artisan entrepreneurs

Weaving together social capital to empower women artisan entrepreneurs

The Influences of Cultural Collectivism and Participation in Decision-Making on Women's Economic Empowerment in Zanzibar Tourism Industry

An exploration of women entrepreneurs “doing context” in family business in the Gulf States

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