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Empowerment of Young Female Entrepreneurs
(Daffodil International University, 2021-12) Kawser, Uzma
In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the number of female entrepreneurs participating in e-business on social media platforms in Bangladesh. Given that women represent about half of the population; this is undeniably a considerable contribution to the country's economy. This study aspires to explore the factors that motivate young female entrepreneurs to join e-business and the factors that act as barriers. The study adopts both qualitative and quantitative research approaches followed by a non-conclusive descriptive research design. To collect the data from the respondents, a questionnaire has been developed and in-depth telephonic interviews have been conducted. Snow globe method and purposive sampling methods have been used for sampling. Their personal information for constructing a demographic profile, business information, success factors, and challenges to conduct their online business have been identified through data analysis. There are seven main clusters of success factors demographic characteristics, financial factors, technological and skill development factors, receiving training, social mobility, personal choice of profession, Extra Value generations and barriers identified, with lack of managerial skills, technological skills, competition, and personal challenge, institutional challenges being the most significant. This study also tries to identify by analyzing the data if being on e-platforms as female entrepreneurs can break the barriers for them in the context of Bangladesh and empower them in process. It will also contribute on the action of women who have already taken a step to become entrepreneur of e-businesses might discover a way to tighten their actions.
Is e-business breaking down barriers for Bangladesh’s young female entrepreneurs during the COVID-19 pandemic? A qualitative study
(2024-05-27) Sarker, Md. Fouad Hossain; Farrukh Ahmed, Sayed; Kawser, Uzma; Hossen, Md Sohrab; Obaidullah, Md; Khan, Samiha; Sifullah, Md. Khaled; Sohel, Md. Salman
In Bangladesh, where women constitute more than 50% of the population, a disparity in their advancement compared to men persists due to numerous barriers. However, the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic saw a surge in women venturing into e-business as entrepreneurs. This study aims to investigate how e-business contributing to women empowerment in Bangladesh during the Covid-19 pandemic. Employing a qualitative interpretive phenomenological approach and a purposive sample of 30 women engaged in e-commerce, this research illuminates the pivotal role of e-business in empowering women in Bangladesh. Participants involved in e-commerce reported achieving financial independence and autonomy, experiencing a positive transformation in family dynamics, challenging traditional gender norms, and garnering recognition within their communities. E-commerce not only equipped them with technical and financial management skills but also provided access to diverse markets, transcending geographical boundaries, and enhancing their customer outreach throughout Bangladesh. The findings of this study hold significance for policymakers and contribute to the existing literature on women in e-commerce, offering insights into the transformative impact of E-business on women’s empowerment in Bangladesh.