Women’s Entrepreneurship and the Sustainable Development Goals,

Women’s Entrepreneurship and the Sustainable Development Goals: An Opportunity Nexus is a comprehensive collection of research articles and case studies exploring the role of women-owned businesses in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Written by global experts, this book delves into theoretical and empirical research that underscores the importance of female entrepreneurship in promoting sustainable development. The content spans various contexts, providing a rich understanding of how sustainability is perceived and implemented in different settings.

The book addresses critical topics such as gender differences in entrepreneurship, the influence of the female workforce on sustainability, and the significance of female-led intrapreneurship within corporate sustainability strategies. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students interested in sustainable entrepreneurship, offering practical guidance to support women in creating sustainable enterprises that contribute to achieving the SDGs.

Key Features

• Presents research related to the UN SDGs, particularly with a specific, actionable connection to the challenges and opportunities of women’s entrepreneurial community in practice
• Focuses on ways and means for promoting global initiatives to foster and support women’s entrepreneurship to advance innovation, social development, and gender equality
• Includes a section of case studies to highlight stories of women advancing sustainable development goals around the world