Cooperatives and Women’s Empowerment: Mapping Research Trends and Future Directions

Leviana Andrew, Norshohanimira Borhani, Izzat Al-Hadi Razali, Jati Kasuma Ali and Yusman Yacob
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Leviana Andrew: Sustainable Cooperative Business Group, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia
Norshohanimira Borhani: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia
Izzat Al-Hadi Razali: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia
Jati Kasuma Ali: Sustainable Cooperative Business Group, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia
Yusman Yacob: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia Sustainable Cooperative Business Group, Universiti Teknologi MARA Sarawak Branch, Samarahan Campus, Sarawak, Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 2, 2871-2889

Abstract: The empowerment of women through cooperatives has emerged as a significant area of research and practice, addressing both social and economic inequalities. This study employs bibliometric analysis using PRISMA framework to examine the publication patterns and intellectual structure of research on women’s empowerment through cooperatives over the past 50 years. The analysis covers 347 publications and 836 contributing authors, revealing a growing interest in this field, particularly in the 2000s and 2010s. The research landscape is global, with India, the United States, and the United Kingdom leading in contributions. The most influential institutions include SASTRA University, the University of South Africa, and the University of Delhi, among others. Thematic analysis based on 20 high-impact articles highlights the prominence of economic empowerment and social impact as key areas of focus, demonstrating the multifaceted nature of women’s empowerment through cooperatives. The study also underscores the importance of addressing structural barriers and leveraging technology to further empower women. The study also emphasizes the need for further research in several areas, including the exploration of intersectionality, the development of robust tools for measuring impact, and the investigation of long-term effects and potential risks associated with empowerment interventions. The insights generated from this analysis can inform future research directions and guide the design and implementation of effective interventions to promote gender equality and inclusive development through cooperatives.

Date: 2025
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