RT Journal Article
T1 Women leading the charge in the social and solidarity economy: A snapshot of gender perceptions of entrepreneurship
A1 Bastida Domínguez, María
A1 Vaquero García, Alberto
A1 Vázquez Taín, Miguel Anxo
A1 Río Araújo, María Luisa del
K1 Female entrepreneurship
K1 Gendered perceptions of SSE conditions
K1 Inclusive business models
K1 Social and solidarity economy (SSE)
K1 Sustainable development
AB This study examines the influence of gender on the selection of business models within the social and solidarity economy (SSE), focusing on women's preference for collaborative and socially oriented business models that can promote inclusive and sustainable economic development. Using data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor survey in Galicia, Spain, the research highlights that women entrepreneurs are more attracted to the SSE because of its emphasis on generating social value rather than direct economic benefit. Gender differences are significant, with women showing greater alignment with SSE principles than men. These results underscore the importance of public policies designed to support female entrepreneurship in the SSE, recognizing women's potential to contribute to economic growth through sustainable practices. The study enhances the understanding of gender dynamics in entrepreneurship, offering valuable insights into how a gender perspective can enrich the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the SSE and inform the development of targeted support strategies that promote economic development, job creation and social well-being.
PB Wiley
SN 1370-4788
YR 2025
FD 2025-02-05
LK https://hdl.handle.net/10347/42552
UL https://hdl.handle.net/10347/42552
LA eng
NO Bastida, M., Vaquero García, A., Vázquez Taín, M. Á., & Del Río Araújo, M. (2025). Women leading the charge in the social and solidarity economy: A snapshot of gender perceptions of entrepreneurship. Annals of Public and Cooperative Economics, 96, 201–223. https://doi.org/10.1111/apce.12497
NO Consellería de Economía, Emprego e Industria, Xunta de Galicia, Grant/Award Number: 2022-CP024
DS Minerva
RD 24 abr 2026