Decolonising Entrepreneurship

Bridget Irene (), Joan Lockyer and James Okrah
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Bridget Irene: De Montfort University
James Okrah: University for Development Studies

Chapter Chapter 1 in The Palgrave Handbook of Decolonising Entrepreneurship, 2025, pp 1-14 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This book provides a comprehensive exploration of entrepreneurship through a decolonial lens, challenging dominant Western-centric narratives that have historically shaped entrepreneurial theory and practice. By critically examining the “coloniality of power,” the book highlights how colonial legacies continue to influence economic systems, knowledge production, and entrepreneurial ecosystems, particularly in the Global South. The chapters collectively address key themes such as postcolonial critiques of entrepreneurship, gender dynamics, migrant and Indigenous entrepreneurship, contextual innovations, policy frameworks, and emergent global trends. The book is structured into six thematic parts. Part 1 lays the theoretical foundations of decolonising entrepreneurship and interrogates how entrenched colonial frameworks shape entrepreneurial ecosystems. Part 2 explores women’s entrepreneurship, shedding light on systemic barriers and the strategies women employ to navigate them. Part 3 delves into migrant and Indigenous entrepreneurial narratives, highlighting the role of identity, culture, and resilience. Part 4 examines context-specific innovations and Indigenous business models that challenge Western entrepreneurial frameworks. Part 5 critiques policy failures and explores how policies can foster equitable economic development. Finally, Part 6 addresses emergent trends in entrepreneurship, revealing the impact of globalisation, digital transformations, and socio-economic shifts. By integrating diverse perspectives and empirical insights, this book advances the discourse on decolonial entrepreneurship, offering scholars, policymakers, and practitioners a framework for more inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Keywords: Decolonial entrepreneurship; Coloniality of power; Marginalised entrepreneurs; Indigenous business models; Policy frameworks (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-92310-4_1

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