Field Of Social Entrepreneurship Research Articles

NETWORK APPROACH IN SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP:PRELIMINARY RESULTSOF EMPIRICAL RESEARCH

The purpose of this article is to illustrate the possibilities of using network approach in social entrepreneurship as one of the key tools for the sustainability of social enterprises. The authors first consider the approaches to determine the nature of social entrepreneurship in general, as well as the prerequisites for applying network approach in social entrepreneurship in particular. Such a preliminary theoretical review is important, since despite the popularity of the concept “social entrepreneurship”, at the same time we observe great uncertainty and fragmentation in the theory of social entrepreneurship, in matters of legislative regulation and state support in this area. Defining the essence of social entrepreneurship through the prism of institutional analysis is most relevant, since it is an approach that makes it possible to correlate the benefits and costs of a particular form of organization at a fundamental level, to cover the phenomenon at large, and not just individual manifestations of its features. The effectiveness of the application of the network approach in various forms of organizations has long been proven both in the new institutional economic theory and in various management concepts. The application of network approach in social entrepreneurship is also relevant. The article considers certain implications in applying this form of organization of economic interaction in the field of social entrepreneurship. The paper presents the results of an empirical study conducted in February-April 2022 among Russian entrepreneurs while preparing for the interregional expert session «Entrepreneurial networks as a factor in the sustainable development of the territory». The survey conducted by the method of questioning, including closed and open questions involved 115 people from 30 regions of Russia - owners and founders of small and medium-sized businesses. The paper concludes with presenting possible ways of applying the results of empirical research for the development of network forms of organization in social entrepreneurship.

Unlocking the Factors That Motivate Social Entrepreneurs to Engage in Social Entrepreneurship Projects in Tanzania: A Qualitative Case Study

Social entrepreneurial ventures thrive on diverse motivations, evolving through stages. This research delved into the dynamic shifts in motivations guiding social entrepreneurs across projects and initiatives in Tanzania. Despite numerous attempts by scholars to study and theorize the motivations of social entrepreneurs, there remains a significant gap in understanding the primary focus of social entrepreneurs’ involvement in various social entrepreneurship projects. This research aimed to address this knowledge gap by exploring the motivations that drive social entrepreneurs in Tanzania to engage in social entrepreneurship ventures. The study specifically investigated the CHEMA and Gongali Model cases. The respondents consisted of 20 social entrepreneurs, with 9 from CHEMA and 11 from the Gongali Model. The findings highlight the influence of personal experiences and backgrounds in establishing innovative social enterprises, emphasizing the importance of achieving successful outcomes. The study suggests that social entrepreneurs are motivated not only by their individual needs and goals but also by the satisfaction derived from witnessing the positive impact of their work on others. Successful entrepreneurship, the study argues, requires a focus on effecting changes at both the macro and micro levels. When the intended purpose of social entrepreneurs is achieved, it serves as a significant indicator of success. The report delves deeper into how these findings influence the overall infrastructure and mindset of social entrepreneurs in Tanzania. This research introduces a novel motivational model and connects it with critical success characteristics in social innovation projects, contributing to the advancement of social entrepreneurship research. Additionally, it proposes fundamental innovations in governance and operations within the field of social entrepreneurship. From the organizational context perspective, the findings contribute to a better understanding of the factors that contribute to the formation and growth of social enterprises in Tanzania.

Novel company law forms for social change: The development of tailor-made legislation for social enterprises in the Netherlands

The impact case enhances the understanding of socio-legal research that contemplates the development of novel legal company forms which serve the well-being of humans and nature equally. Introducing novel company law forms for social change regards research in the field of social entrepreneurship and law, such as the development of tailor-made legislation for social enterprises in the Netherlands. Current legal forms for companies in the Netherlands do not support types of social entrepreneurial activity. Our research influenced directly the regulatory-making process of the novel forthcoming company law entity named the Besloten Vennootschap maatschappelijk (BVm), i.e., the private limited company with societal purpose which is about to be introduced in the Dutch company legislation. Particularly, our research team: (i) formulated key indicators for the BVm, which were accepted by the government in 2020 and will form the basis for new legislation which is currently being drafted; (ii) generated multiple academic studies, publications, seminars and conferences, as well as a PhD dissertation about the topic; (iii) supported many social enterprises in finding suitable legal forms (through educational programs, network sessions and collaboration with company and tax law experts).

Addressing Poverty through Social Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis

The increasing social and environmental challenges, particularly poverty, have brought social entrepreneurship, a highly researched domain, to the attention of academicians. It has emerged as a critical issue in the context of economic development and societal well-being. The current study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis in the field of social entrepreneurship and poverty alleviation to explain the current state, geographical performance, and future research agenda. Utilizing VOS viewer (version 1.6.20) and R Studio software (version 4.3.2), 461 final articles were examined and extracted from the Web of Science database, covering the period from 1998 to 2022. The findings reveal a significant increase in research activity in this field since 2009, indicating a growing demand for it as a solution to social challenges. Notably, the years 2021–2022 witnessed a remarkable 55% surge in research output. The Sustainability Journal ranks first as the most productive source, followed by the Journal of Cleaner Production. The most prolific authors are Nina Kolleck from Germany, David Littlewood, and Diane Holt from the UK. Additionally, this study assesses the geographic distribution of research contributions, highlighting regions with relatively lower research performance, such as South Asian and African countries. Leading in this domain are the UK, Spain, the USA, and European institutions. Co-citation patterns reveal four thematic clusters: (1) dynamics of social entrepreneurship; (2) sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem; (3) social entrepreneurship for social innovation; and (4) integrated sustainable entrepreneurship, shedding light on critical aspects and the intellectual structure of this domain. Finally, keyword co-occurrence analysis identifies emerging research areas, e.g., entrepreneurial development, the role of higher education, enterprise collaboration, inclusive growth, and socio-economic empowerment. This research provides valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners committed to achieving sustainable social change.

Trends in the development of social entrepreneurship in tourism

This article outlines the role of social entrepreneurship in the development of territories and maintaining the social infrastructure of regions and the country as a whole. The essence of social entrepreneurship in the field of tourism as a social institution is considered, within the framework of which various areas of support for people with disabilities, low-income and vulnerable segments of the population are implemented. The author has identified the main directions of development of social entrepreneurship in the field of tourism, based on general trends in the development of the field of social entrepreneurship in general and tourism in particular.

Formation of Entrepreneurial Competencies in the Field of Social Entrepreneurship

Formation of Entrepreneurial Competencies in the Field of Social Entrepreneurship

Exploring the impact of design thinking on social enterprise mission-aligned innovation

ABSTRACTDespite the growing academic and policy interest in social enterprises, existing debates fail to answer how these organizations innovate without compromising their social mission. In particular, the mechanisms that assist social enterprises to innovate in line with their mission have been overlooked in the social enterprise literature. Through an empirical study of four social enterprises in Scotland, UK, we focus on Design Thinking and show that, through stimulating the engagement of diverse stakeholders, generating organizational knowledge and challenging traditional power dynamics, Design Thinking assists social enterprises in inducing mission-aligned innovation. Through the lens of Intellectual Capital theory, our article shows the applicability of Design Thinking in the field of social entrepreneurship, and draws implications for policy and practice.

Model and digital platform of the educational ecosystem for preadaptation of schoolchildren to innovative activities

The article presents the results of designing and piloting the model of the educational ecosystem and digital platform for preadaptation of schoolchildren to innovative activity.The relevance of the research is determined by the necessity to switch educational strategies from adaptive to preadaptive ones and to eliminate its isolation from the surrounding reality in conditions of increasing complexity and unpredictability of the world and the processes taking place in it, as well as the formation of a new system of division of labor with an emphasis on the production of knowledge.The system inclusion of young people in real activities makes it possible to form different types of thinking, and according to A. G. Asmolov, “competencies of changing competencies in a changing world”. The education system as an active partner in the development of society, operating on the principles of anthropological turn, preadaptation, entrepreneurial thinking, the authenticity of actions, educational subjectivity, and personalization is the object of this study. The subject of the research is a model and a digital platform for the preadaptation of schoolchildren for innovative activities.The results of the project can be used in the future to organize real project activities in child-adult communities in the field of territorial development, and social and technological entrepreneurship, as well as to attract motivated personnel to the regional economy through new educational opportunities.

Research on Social Employment Opportunities in the Cultural and Creative Industry

Despite the emerging studies on social entrepreneurship from number of domains, the literatures have not led to the development of an empirically derived coherent theoretical framework. Furthermore, the origin of entrepreneurship is on the practical basis which giving consequence that there is no general theoretical framework that can be applied in all situations. Using literature study, this paper aims to develop a conceptual model in the field of social entrepreneurship within music industry. The conceptual model is developed based on the integration approach of multidimensional model of social entrepreneurship by Weerawardana & Mort (2006) added with two contextual approach dimensions within music industry namely passion and collaboration. To be concluded, there are five dimensions of social entrepreneur’s behavior subject to three constraints that construct the conceptual framework of social entrepreneurship within music industry.

Analysing Social Entrepreneurship's Legal and Regulatory Frameworks Using Collaborative Innovation

Objective: The concept of social entrepreneurship, which combines commercial competence with social impact, has recently emerged as a major driving force in the effort to overcome intractable societal problems. This research takes a deep dive into a critical analysis of legal and regulatory frameworks and how they affect the field of social entrepreneurship. Knowing these frameworks is crucial because of their impact on social enterprise development and performance. However, there are a number of difficulties created by the interplay of social entrepreneurship and legal norms. These include things like generic legal frameworks, vague terminology, competing requirements, and insufficient resources. Creating conditions that allow social companies to thrive over the long term requires overcoming these obstacles.
 
 Method: Combining comparative legal research with stakeholder engagements and impact evaluations, the paper proposes an Adaptable Regulatory Legal Design Using Collaborative Innovation (ARLD-CI). The objective of this method is to create flexible legal frameworks that can accommodate the wide range of social enterprise business models while still meeting the requirements of existing laws. The research conducted proves that specialized legal frameworks (SLF) can increase creativity, funding possibilities, and social impact.
 
 Result: Potential changes in the law and regulation are modelled using hypothetical situations to see how they might affect social businesses, stakeholders, and the ecosystem as a whole. Using this ARLD-CI method, policymakers and stakeholders can better anticipate and prepare for the consequences of proposed regulatory changes when compared to SLF.
 
 Conclusion: Based on the Sensitivity Factor, Long-Term Sustainability, Social Entrepreneurship Performance Metrics, a simulation research investigation is conducted.

Shifting the paradigm: A critical review of social innovation literature

In this review of ten years of social innovation research (2012–2022), we define and explore three paradigms in the field: instrumentalist, strong, and democratic. We investigate how language usage and geography play a central role in identifying which paradigms recently published scholarship falls into. While we do not insist that sharp divisions exist between each paradigm, we do find that on the “instrumentalist” side, language tends to abstract or neutralize power relations. Further, these perspectives tend to derive from Western or Eurocentric orientations or biases. The “strong” paradigm accepts the necessity of institutional and stakeholder engagement and seeks to engage socially excluded populations. In contrast, geographical diversity, attendance to historicized and systemic inequalities, and elevation of the most marginalized communities are more likely to be centered in the “democratic” paradigm. We apply this discussion to recent research in arts-related social innovation and the related field of social entrepreneurship.

Who wants to be a social entrepreneur? Exploring the antecedents interrelationship via modified Mair Noboa model

PurposeThis paper aims to contribute to the field of social entrepreneurship by exploring the interrelationships among the antecedents of social entrepreneurial intention (SEI) through the lens of Mair Noboa model (MNM). In recent years, many researchers have applied the antecedents of MNM to determine SEI. However, interrelationship among these antecedents has not been a focus of enquiry despite the repeated scholarly calls.Design/methodology/approachApplying quantitative methodology, the data was collected from a Web-based survey distributed across Bangladesh (N = 412). Data analysis was carried out based on the covariance-based structural equation modelling technique to confirm the hypotheses. The final measurement and structural models met all the requirements for reliability, model fit, convergent validity and discriminant validity. The proposed hypotheses were tested based on direct relationships and mediating effects.FindingsThe findings suggested that interrelationships among these antecedents do increase individuals’ intentions to become social entrepreneurs.Originality/valueThis paper fills an important knowledge gap by exploring the interrelationships among moral obligation, empathy, perceived social support and social entrepreneurial self-efficacy. This paper stressed identifying whether the SEI enhances through the interrelationships among these antecedents or not. The study findings bring new theoretical and practical implications on the role of empathy, moral obligation, perceived social support and social entrepreneurial self-efficacy.

Social Entrepreneurship as a Tool of Development: Conceptual Perspective

Purpose: This research aims to investigate the drivers of social entrepreneurship in underdeveloped economies, specifically focusing on the case of Bangladesh. The study seeks to enrich the understanding of social entrepreneurship by incorporating consequences, propensity, and governance factors into the analysis and reiterating previous findings in the context of Bangladesh.
 
 Theoretical Framework: The research delves into the theoretical perspectives surrounding social entrepreneurship, particularly within the Bangladeshi context. It aims to contribute to the existing body of knowledge by shedding light on the factors that influence the progression of social entrepreneurship in the country.
 
 Design/Methodology/Approach: This study employs a rigorous research design and methodology to explore the various facets of social entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. Through empirical data and analysis, the authors aim to identify key drivers and shed light on the conditions that foster social entrepreneurship in the region.
 
 Findings: The study's findings reveal essential insights into the factors that promote social entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. By examining consequences, propensity, and governance elements, the research provides valuable information that can guide scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in fostering community well-being through entrepreneurship.
 
 Research, Practical & Social Implications: The research holds significant implications for various stakeholders. Scholars and researchers can build upon these findings to advance their understanding of social entrepreneurship and its impact on community development in emerging economies like Bangladesh. Policymakers and practitioners can also benefit from the study's recommendations on leveraging opportunities and resolving conflicts to nurture the growth of entrepreneurship in the region.
 
 Originality/Value: This research contributes to the field of social entrepreneurship by offering a comprehensive analysis of the drivers of social entrepreneurship in an underdeveloped economy. By exploring the Bangladeshi context, the study adds original insights to the discourse and highlights the potential for promoting social entrepreneurship in the country, ultimately contributing to the betterment of society.

Exploring the Experiences of Women Social Entrepreneurs: Advancing Understandings of ‘Emotional Capital’ in Women-only Networks

The field of social entrepreneurship, a domain focused on implementing solutions to social, cultural and environmental issues, remains highly male-dominated. Research continues to emphasise that women social entrepreneurs are often expected to behave in masculine ways in order to become successful. The study presented in this article explored the perceptions and experiences of thirty-three women living in the United Kingdom who were developing their skills in social entrepreneurship. Documenting their experiences, we sought to understand how women work in a male-dominated field. Our analysis primarily builds on a Bourdieusian-revisionist approach of emotional capital to advance understandings of how women’s networks with other women allow them to navigate social entrepreneurship. Drawing on emotional capital, as a theory, we examine the ways in which these women find these spaces generative and how it contributes to their problematising of masculine orthodoxies.

SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS USING R

This research seeks to evaluate social entrepreneurship through bibliometric analysis. The study undertakes the effort to fully document the composition, number, trends, authorship, and source influence of knowledge as well as its growth. This research focuses on a searchable Scopus database of 245 articles that have been compiled and analyzed via R Studio from a vast number of studies over the last 17 years and are the most relevant. Preliminary findings show that between 2005 and 2022, there was a growth in the number of articles published related to social entrepreneurship. By performing a bibliometric study with R, it is possible to identify the subject's most relevant journals, authors, and publications. The study found that by condensing the most crucial elements of social entrepreneurship into a single concept, an innovative research topic can be formed, resulting in fresh research opportunities in the broad field of social entrepreneurship.

THE ROLE OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN THE INTERACTION OF THE STATE AND SOCIETY

The article examines the role of social entrepreneurship in civil society in modern Ukraine. The purpose of the article was to identify the role of social entrepreneurship in the interaction of the state and society and to determine the ways of development of social entrepreneurship in Ukraine. The impact of social entrepreneurship on society is analyzed, and its role in solving social problems is determined. The need for developing relations between the state and society through the prism of social entrepreneurship is proven, and the main ways of improving the corresponding interaction are proposed. The ways of developing social entrepreneurship in Ukraine are proposed. It was established that in modern conditions, there needs to be a sufficient level of development of social entrepreneurship in Ukraine, which, in the presence of interaction between society and representatives of the authorities, can become a tool for solving social problems. It is emphasized that the connection between social entrepreneurship and public administration is dynamic and constantly developing. It has been proven that in today’s conditions, the connection between social entrepreneurship and public administration is becoming stronger and stronger. This is explained by shared goals for promoting social and economic development, solving social problems, and increasing well-being. It was determined that in modern conditions, mechanisms of interaction between the state and society in the field of social entrepreneurship could take the following forms: financing of activities (individual projects); tax benefits, informational and advisory support; creation of a favorable business environment; establishment of partnership relations; social responsibility of business providing social services (products).

ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP IN THE PROCESS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF PROJECTS IN THE SPHERE OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

The article examines the evolution of the development of public-private partnership in the field of social entrepreneurship. The arguments became the basis for determining the purpose of the research as an analysis of public-private partnership in the process of project implementation in the field of social entrepreneurship. To achieve the goal, the following tasks must be solved: to justify the definition of the concepts "project"; to investigate the evolution of the development of public-private partnership in the field of social entrepreneurship; to present the typology of social entrepreneurship; to investigate public-private partnership in the process of project implementation in the field of social entrepreneurship. When processing the materials, the method of analysis and synthesis was used to determine the essence of the concepts. The method of generalization was used in the part of presenting the typology of social entrepreneurship. The method of formalization and comparison was used to study public-private partnership in the process of implementing projects in the field of social entrepreneurship. A typology of social entrepreneurship has been formed, which consists of three types depending on: motives, goals, methods of achieving goals, the level of integration of social programs and business processes, and the activities of social entrepreneurs. The public-private partnership in the process of implementing projects in the field of social entrepreneurship with the definition of projects of national and regional direction has been studied. This will allow in the future to comprehensively approach the selection of socially significant projects in the field of social entrepreneurship, taking into account their degree of social direction and the degree of influence of the results of project implementation on socio-economic changes in the regions of the country.

Social Entrepreneurship Success: Relevance to Social Mediating Technologies

ABSTRACT Implementing effective social entrepreneurship can result in a better redistribution of wealth and well-being in society. Social mediating technologies are digital transformation tools that can fulfill specific goals and the success of social entrepreneurship. This paper aims to answer the following research question: What makes social entrepreneurship successful and what is its relevance to social mediating technologies? This paper utilizes a meta-analysis method through a review of the literature, data analyses, and inductive reasoning to reach two research propositions: (1) social mediating technologies support the achievement of social entrepreneurship success and social network capabilities, and (2) social mediating technologies and social network capabilities support the realization of social entrepreneurship success. These two propositions have been further validated through industrial data analyses. A conceptual framework has been created and analyzed to portray the research question. The framework has created three constructs, including social mediating technologies, social network capabilities, and social entrepreneurship success. This study contributed to the social entrepreneurship field by adopting technological success factors and establishing the inter-relationships among these three constructs in the framework.

DEVELOPMENT TRENDS AND MAIN PROBLEMS OF SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN RUSSIA: LEGAL ASPECT

The article examines the legal regulation of social entrepreneurship as an independent institution of entrepreneurial law in modern Russia. The development trends, the meaning and functions of social entrepreneurship are analyzed. Social entrepreneurship is differentiated from other related institutions. The purpose and special role of social entrepreneurship for the Russian economy at the present stage are indicated. The special importance of social entrepreneurship for solving social problems is noted. It is argued that social entrepreneurship is a new type of entrepreneurial activity in the Russian Federation. At the same time, the main objectives of the activities of social enterprises in modern Russia and those problems of socio-economic development that can potentially be solved through social entrepreneurship are named. The article highlights the features of this type of entrepreneurial activity. The problems of enterprises in obtaining social status are indicated, ways of their solution are indicated. Proposals have been put forward to introduce appropriate amendments to the current legislation in order to improve law enforcement in the field of social entrepreneurship. Conclusions The status of a social enterprise is controversial. At this stage, there are many contradictions in the legislation of the Russian Federation in the regulation of social enterprises. Including for this reason, the status of social enterprises is uncertain, this situation leads to the formation of contradictory law enforcement practices.

Vulnerable social enterprises: sensemaking of the COVID-19 crisis in the Czech Republic

PurposeDrawing on Weick’s sensemaking perspective, this study aims to describe how Czech social entrepreneurs shape the shared meaning of the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and what approaches to the crisis the sensemaking process leads to.Design/methodology/approachThis study is based on the principles of grounded theory. Through in-depth interviews with 25 social entrepreneurs, it captures the entrepreneurs’ experience of the COVID-19 pandemic in the context of their understanding of social enterprise identity. Interviews with experts in the field of social entrepreneurship were also conducted to help achieve a deeper analysis of the entrepreneurial cases.FindingsResults of research show that despite the obstacles, most social entrepreneurs arrive at a positive redescription of the crisis. Enterprises not affected by the pandemic adopt a conventional approach. The most vulnerable enterprises are paralyzed and wait with uncertainty for future developments in their enterprise’s situation.Practical implicationsAs knowledge of vulnerabilities is a key prerequisite for crisis prevention, this research can serve as a useful material for business incubators and other institutions that provide mentoring and expertise to start-up social entrepreneurs including focus on crisis management implementation.Originality/valueThis study complements the theory of crisis sensemaking with the level of social entrepreneurship, which is characterized by a dichotomy of social and business goals that results in a specific shared meaning of identity which is tied to perceptions of vulnerabilities. This study describes the influence of perceived identity on coping with a crisis.