scholarly journals Discipline, abjection, and poverty alleviation through entrepreneurship: a grounded-theoretical inquiry.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luca Castellanza
Keyword(s):  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Control Individual ◽  
South West ◽  
Theoretical Inquiry ◽  
Poor Women ◽  
Collective Entrepreneurship ◽  
Economic Constraints ◽  
And Control ◽  
Group Structures

Collective entrepreneurship has been found to alleviate extreme poverty by helping poor individuals integrate into their societies and overcome their multiple intertwined liabilities. We complement this line of inquiry by exploring the conditions under which group structures may instead reinforce economic and gendered poverty constraints. We conducted grounded-theoretical interviews with 104 women entrepreneurs operating in farming cooperatives and non-farm groups in war-torn South-West Cameroon. Analysing our data through a constitutive lens, we found that discipline, the extent to which rules determine and control individual behaviours, helps poor women overcome extreme economic constraints but prevents them from attaining prosperity and emancipation.

Motivational Patterns and the Performance of Entrepreneurs

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-40
Author(s):  
Chinonye Okafor ◽  
Roy Amalu
Keyword(s):  
Capacity Building ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Main Thrust ◽  
Secondary Sources ◽  
South West ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
And Control ◽  
Capacity Building Programme

Over the years many research works have examined the motivation of women into entrepreneurship. Evidence has shown that several factors have been responsible for women’s involvement in entrepreneurship. These factors have multiple effects on the enterprise, irrespective of its ownership and control. Therefore, the main thrust of this paper is to examine different dimensions of motivation and their relationship with the performance of women entrepreneurs in South-West Nigeria. Both primary and secondary sources were used in gathering the data required for this paper. The instrument of questionnaire was used in conducting this research. The models of correlation coefficient and chi-square were used in analyzing the questionnaire collected from the respondents. The results show that there is positive relationship between motivational factors and the performance of women entrepreneurs in South-West Nigeria. Among other things, it was recommended that irrespective of the factor(s) that motivate women entrepreneurs into business, there is need for them to go for training and other capacity building programme so as to be equipped with the required skills for running their businesses.

Livelihood Promotion: Can the Collectives of NRLM Really Do It?

2021 ◽  
pp. 097300522110008
Author(s):  
H. S. Shylendra
Keyword(s):  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Development Programme ◽  
Professional Support ◽  
Role Clarity ◽  
The Poor ◽  
Rural Livelihood ◽  
Poor Women ◽  
Policy Suggestions ◽  
New Generation

As a new generation development programme, the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) has sought to promote collectives of the poor women as the corner-stone of its strategy for livelihood promotion. The livelihood enhancement is meant to be actualised through a multi-dimensional strategy of livelihood protection and promotion. The paper hypothesised that despite their avowed goal, the collectives of women are bound to face enormous challenges in the livelihood promotion in the absence of an integrated approach more so in the context of neoliberalism. The findings of the paper corroborate the hypothesis to a great extent. Contrary to the theoretical visualisation of institutionalists, collectives of poor have faced challenges in their self-reliant emergence. The intervention has emerged more as a minimalist microfinance with inherent limitations regarding poverty alleviation. The paper concludes that the collectives of NRLM have a long way to go before they can emerge as strong livelihood promoting agencies. Sustained support to build the capacities of the fledging collectives, a reversal of the top–down elements of their multi-tier structure and the strong need for greater role clarity for the collectives along with professional support are some of the policy suggestions.

scholarly journals Muḍārabah and mushārakah as micro-equity finance: perception of Selangor’s disadvantaged women entrepreneurs

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 217-237
Author(s):  
Reazul Islam ◽  
Rubi Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Islamic Law ◽  
Profit Sharing ◽  
Equity Financing ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Disadvantaged Women ◽  
Poor Women ◽  
Microfinance Institution ◽  
Equity Finance

Purpose This study aims to gain the perception of Selangor’s disadvantaged women on the Sharīʿah (Islamic law) rules on two micro-equity financing instruments, namely, muḍārabah (profit sharing) and mushārakah (profit-and-loss sharing) (M&M). Design/methodology/approach A survey was carried out in the rural area of Selangor district in Malaysia by administering a self-generated structured questionnaire. A total of 330 completed questionnaires were retrieved from the members of an Islamic microfinance institution (IsMFI), namely, Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM). The data were analysed by using structural equation modelling. Findings The female borrowers of AIM perceive the Sharīʿah rules of M&M requiring high moral and ethical values and diligent repayment performance. They are aware of some other underlying provisions such as business liquidation, share transfer, information discloser and business termination. The overall findings of this study suggest that the perceived Sharīʿah rules are akin to those that are commonly used in general partnership businesses between Muslims. It also indicates that disadvantaged entrepreneurs would accept the rules that are easy to comprehend as well as favourable to their interests. It further suggests that respondents’ experiences of microfinance and business operation do not have a significant influence on their perception of M&M instruments. Research limitations/implications This study was limited to Selangor. So, the perception of Muslim women surveyed may not represent the views of all women in Malaysia. However, it can offer a primary understanding of the said issue. Practical implications The findings of this study can help IsMIFs take initiatives to offer M&M as micro-equity finance to poor women entrepreneurs. Originality/value So far, limited studies have been carried out on M&M-based microfinancing. This paper offers new insights presenting disadvantaged women entrepreneurs’ perception of these financing instruments.

scholarly journals Partisipasi Masyarakat Terhadap Upaya Pengentasan Kemiskinan Berbasis Pemberdayaan Perempuan Melalui Program P3EL Kabupaten Sidoarjo

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 83
Author(s):  
Effy Wardati Maryam ◽  
Ririn Dewanti Dian Samudera Indriani
Keyword(s):  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Poverty Reduction ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Technical Skills ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Poor Women ◽  
Secondary Data Sources ◽  
Pregnant Mothers

Women are the group most severely affected by poverty, especially in case of food insecurity. As a result of these conditions, pregnant mothers could malnutrition that can potentially give birth in poor mental or health condition. Poverty reduction is not merely the issue of capital and technical skills, but also how to evoke the feeling of being able to overcome problems of their lives in a dignified manner. Empowerment of poor women do in order to find the effort that poor women can actively participate in any activities for poverty alleviation. This study aims to assess community participation, particularly of women to poverty alleviation efforts based on empowerment. This research was descriptive-exploratory using primary data sources from interviews and secondary data sources of written documents on the implementation of the Programme P3EL in Sidoarjo. Subjects were members P3EL program in 2012 and the BPMPKB (particularly the PUE) as the implementing program. The results showed that the model of participation of members to poverty alleviation efforts based on the empowerment of women through P3EL program were in the form of energy, thoughts, and cooperation. While the participation factors underlying were egoism motivation and collectivism. 

scholarly journals Corporate Social Responsibility as Strategy for Environmental Preservation and Control of Youth Restiveness: The Experience from South-West Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 45
Author(s):  
Eniola. A. Sokefun ◽  
Oluseyi. O. Oduyoye
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Socially Responsible ◽  
Environmental Preservation ◽  
South West ◽  
Beverage Industry ◽  
Food And Beverage ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
And Control

Corporate social responsibility, a concept that has been around for well over 50 years has become prominent again recently. It is discussed in the context of organizations been socially responsible for the environment in which they operate. The strategy of impacting on these communities is referred to as corporate social responsibility. The study was designed to assess the strategies adopted by selected organizations in the Food and Beverage Industry in South-West Nigeria to preserve the environment in which they operate and control youth restiveness.Survey research design was adopted. The population consisted of communities in Lagos, Ogun and Osun States, namely: Ikeja, Apapa, Otta, Imagbon and Ilesa. A sample size of 600 (six hundred) respondents was drawn from the communities through the accidental and purposive sampling methods. The questionnaires were validated and their reliabilities confirmed through the analysis which resulted in Cronbach Alpha value of 0.957. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics, correlation and multiple regression.Findings revealed a significant positive relationship between corporate social responsibility, environmental preservation and the control of youth restiveness in the communities studiedThe study concluded that where firms get involved in corporate social responsibility, tendency is that communities will benefit immensely, it will lead to the enhancement of lives and general welfare of individuals, groups and society at large. It will equally assist in poverty alleviation. The study recommended that corporate social responsibility policies and practices should be more regulated and the need for the development of a legal framework for corporate social responsibility in Nigeria

COVID-19 containment and control: Information source credibility and adoption of prevention strategies among residents in South West Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 235-251 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mustapha Adeniyi Adeitan ◽  
Ngozi Joy Onyechi ◽  
Ozioma Omah
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Information Sources ◽  
Source Credibility ◽  
Information Source ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Preventive Strategies ◽  
Perceived Credibility ◽  
South West ◽  
Sampling Procedures ◽  
And Control

The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has generated unprecedented information on preventive strategies aimed at containment and control of the disease. This study examined the relationship between perceived credibility of information sources and adoption of COVID-19 preventive strategies among residents in South West Nigeria. The study adopted Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM), while online survey and in-depth interview (IDI) were employed as the research designs. Convenience and purposive sampling procedures were used in the selection of 259 respondents and ten participants who were 18 years and above. Data were generated using questionnaire and interview guide. Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation and multiple bootstrapping comparison test were used to analyse quantitative data, while qualitative data were transcribed and direct quotations that represented the participants’ opinions were used for the analysis. Key findings showed that expertise and trustworthiness determined the credibility of information sources while television was perceived as the most credible source of information. A significant relationship exists between perceived credibility of information sources and adoption of preventive measures. These findings highlight the need for preventive strategies to be disseminated through credible information sources.

scholarly journals Transboundary diseases of animals: Concerns and management strategies

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 121-126
Author(s):  
M Ariful Islam
Keyword(s):  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Socioeconomic Development ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Emerging Infections ◽  
Livestock Farming ◽  
Regional Organizations ◽  
Animal Diseases ◽  
Livestock Farmers ◽  
And Control ◽  
Epidemic Diseases

Transboundary animal diseases (TADs) are greatly contagious epidemic diseases that can spread very rapidly, irrespective of national borders. They cause high rates of death and disease in animals, thereby having serious socio-economic and sometimes public health consequences while constituting a steady threat to the livelihoods of livestock farmers. With the development of technology, livestock production has gained an integral position in the national economy, socioeconomic development, poverty alleviation and nutrition supply for human. Livestock farming is one of the important sources of livelihood to rural peoples in Bangladesh. A healthy livestock is pleasure of any country including Bangladesh. However, rapid trend of globalization has brought upon challenges in maintaining healthy herds of livestock. The emerging infections of foreign origin could spread across national geographical borders and cause devastation in livestock population. As a result, there will be an emergence and spread of new disease in the region which was once free from the disease. Regional and international approaches have to be followed, and the FAO and OIE Global framework-TADs initiative provides the suitable concepts and objectives as well as an organizational framework to link international and regional organizations at the service of their countries to better prevent and control the risks on animal and human health and the economic impact of TADs and emerging animal diseases. In this paper, we have summarized the main diseases of livestock that are transboundary in nature, and sum up the challenges and necessary management strategies in controlling the transboundary diseases.Res. Agric., Livest. Fish.3(1): 121-126, April 2016

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