Journal of Enterprising Communities-People and Places in the Global Economy
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Knowledge into Action for Enterprising Communities
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Community Entrepreneurship:
The journal emphasizes research on entrepreneurship within local communities, exploring how social dynamics, cultural contexts, and community engagement shape entrepreneurial activities. - Gender and Entrepreneurship:
A significant focus on women's entrepreneurship is evident, with studies examining the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women entrepreneurs in various socio-economic contexts. - Sustainable Development and Innovation:
Research on sustainable entrepreneurship practices, including the role of innovation in promoting economic growth while addressing social and environmental issues, is a core area of interest. - Impact of Technology on Entrepreneurship:
The journal explores the implications of digital transformation and technological advancements on entrepreneurial practices, particularly in developing economies. - Refugee and Immigrant Entrepreneurship:
The journal addresses the entrepreneurial experiences and challenges of refugees and immigrants, contributing to the understanding of how these groups navigate economic participation in host communities. - Social Capital and Network Dynamics:
Investigating the role of social capital and networking in entrepreneurship, the journal highlights how relationships and community ties influence entrepreneurial success and resilience.
Trending and Emerging
- Resilience and Adaptation in Entrepreneurship:
There is a growing emphasis on resilience among entrepreneurs, particularly in the context of crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how communities adapt their business models to survive and thrive. - Inclusive Entrepreneurship:
The journal increasingly focuses on inclusive entrepreneurship, exploring how marginalized groups, including women, refugees, and indigenous populations, engage in entrepreneurial activities. - Green Entrepreneurship and Sustainability:
Research on green entrepreneurship and sustainable business practices is gaining traction, reflecting a broader societal push towards environmental responsibility and sustainability in economic activities. - Community Engagement and Development:
Emerging studies emphasize the role of community engagement in entrepreneurship, investigating how local participation enhances business success and community well-being. - Digital Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
The impact of digital technologies on entrepreneurship is a trending theme, as research explores how digital tools and platforms facilitate new business models and market access.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Entrepreneurship Models:
Research centered around conventional entrepreneurship models and practices is becoming less prominent, with a noticeable shift towards more innovative and context-specific approaches. - Urban Entrepreneurship Focus:
There appears to be a waning interest in urban-centric entrepreneurship studies, as the journal increasingly highlights rural and community-based entrepreneurship. - Corporate Entrepreneurship:
Explorations of corporate entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship within established organizations are less frequently addressed, potentially overshadowed by grassroots and community-led initiatives. - Single-Country Studies:
The journal is moving away from studies that focus exclusively on single-country analyses, favoring comparative and cross-national research that reflects global interconnectedness.
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