CHALLENGES AND COPING MECHANISMS OF SUBSISTENCE MUSLIM FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS IN DELHI’S SLUMS: AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORATION

Sameen Khan and Sarika Tomar ()
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Sameen Khan: Department of Social Work, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India
Sarika Tomar: Department of Social Work, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 110025, India

Journal of Developmental Entrepreneurship (JDE), 2024, vol. 29, issue 02, 1-25

Abstract: Subsistence entrepreneurship plays a crucial role in India by providing livelihood opportunities to a significant portion of the population. The present study delves into the distinct challenges encountered by Muslim female entrepreneurs in the slums of New Delhi. Employing a narrative inquiry methodology that provides a platform for these women to share their stories, it offers an in-depth exploration of their entrepreneurial experiences. Through interviews and storytelling, participants articulate their challenges, experiences and coping strategies, enabling a comprehensive understanding of their entrepreneurial journeys. Thematic analysis of the collected narratives reveals recurring patterns, barriers and adaptive measures employed by the participants. The findings highlight challenges rooted in socio-cultural dynamics, political challenges and economic constraints. The study also sheds light on coping strategies, reflecting creativity and innovation. This research contributes to an enhanced understanding of the multifaceted constraints confronting Muslim female entrepreneurs in marginalized communities, providing insights to inform policies and interventions aimed at promoting their empowerment and socio-economic progress.

Keywords: Muslim female entrepreneurs; subsistence entrepreneurship; slums; narrative inquiry; challenges; coping strategies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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