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A Discourse Analysis on Research Texts on Mumpreneurs.
(8th International Conference on Business & Information ICBI – 2017, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017) Surangi, H. A. K. N. S.; Ranwala, R. S.
Research investigating female entrepreneurs has developed considerably over the past two decades. However, mumprenurship concept is still a relatively under-researched area and represents a challenging research field. Departing from a social constructionist understanding of mumpreneurs, this study examines how the entrepreneurial mothers are constructed in research articles. The paper makes use of a discourse analysis to examine a selection of empirical research articles from 2000 to 2017 on mumpreneurs in entrepreneurship research in order to convey the key concept, main findings, key contribution, and the methodology. The analysis of the research texts revealed several assumptions and constructs that were taken for granted about mumpreneurs. Main findings based on the discourse analysis reveal six hegemonic statements: Mumpreneurs are not ‘proper’ entrepreneurs, many women face competing and often contradictory societal expectations when they are combining motherhood and business, entrepreneurship supporting motherhood, new entrepreneurial identity: ‘I am not just a housewife, running home based business and mumpreneurs’ motivations change over and the life course. The practices and the research results are moreover dependent on the particular context in which the articles are produced. This means that their results and assumptions cannot be generalized to other contexts uncritically.
Exploring values, orientation, and motives towards corporate social responsibility: SME owners’ and managers’ viewpoint in Sri Lanka
(Springer Nature, 2024) Shamil, Mohamed M.; Surangi, H. A. K. N. S.; Mallawarachchi, M. A. D. H.
The paper aims to explore small and medium enterprise (SME) owners’ and managers’ personal values, orientations, and motives towards corporate social responsibility (CSR) using the stakeholder theory. This study used a qualitative approach aligned with the constructionism philosophy. Ten respondents were purposively approached and interviewed. Thematic analysis was used to analyze and interpret data. Findings showed that SME owners and managers’ values, orientation, and motives influence CSR engagement and explain their nexus. This study gives a unique perception of awareness among SME owners and managers in Sri Lanka about CSR implementation while contributing to the existing area. It is proposed to conduct an in-depth exploration of the complexity in which CSR initiatives are embedded in the SME sectors of developing countries. This study will become a benchmark for other CSR studies.
The Role of Social Entrepreneurs in Lessening Poverty in Sri Lanka
(Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka, 2022) Kannangara, S.D.P.P; Ranwala, Randini; Surangi, H. A. K. N. S.
This research examines the role of Sri Lankan social entrepreneurs in lessening poverty. No poverty is the first goal of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and it is the most compelling issue of the twentieth century. Millions of people suffer worldwide, unable to obtain basic human needs such as food, clean water, and sanitation. The World Bank has categorized poverty into two groups: absolute poverty and relative poverty. Absolute poverty refers to having a lack of resources to meet physical needs. In contrast, relative poverty refers to having a lack of resources to live a life relevant to their social status. Social entrepreneurship is about recognizing social problems and achieving social change by employing entrepreneurial principles and operations. The qualitative research method, particularly a discourse analysis, was adopted to collect and analyze data through the lens of Giddens’ structuration theory. Data were collected from four speeches and discussions of social entrepreneurs published as videos on the internet. Findings revealed that social entrepreneurs play a leading role in recreating social systems, providing entrepreneurial skills, and supplying health and education to people. They also teach people to stand on their own two feet and empower ‘others’ to help solve their challenges and create a new future. Social entrepreneurs bring value to the continuous fight against poverty. This research has theoretical and public policy implications. In terms of the theoretical debate, the study contributes to the literature by using Giddens’ structuration theory as a theoretical framework that fosters social entrepreneurial activity in Sri Lankan contexts. From a policymaker’s perspective, this research should be taken into account for the design of policies to support social entrepreneurship by considering the contribution to eradicating poverty.
What influences the networking behaviours of female entrepreneurs?
(International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship, 2022) Surangi, H. A. K. N. S.
Abstract Purpose – Research investigating female entrepreneurs and their networking relationships has developed considerably over the past two decades. There are, however, few Sri Lankan studies that have specifically focussed on female entrepreneurs in terms of their social networks. This paper aims to examine the important influences on these female entrepreneurs’ networking behaviour within small businesses in the tourism sector. Design/methodology/approach – Having established that the social constructionist approach is most suitable for this study, in-depth narrative interviews and observations were deemed a particularly suitable research tool. In total, 14 female entrepreneurs were purposively approached and interviewed. Narrative analysis was used to analyze and interpret qualitative data, which were organized with the assistance of QSR NVivo 10, a software programme. Findings – Competing family responsibilities and business matters (being a good mum and dutiful wife), culture and societal expectations, running home-based business and building trust were found as main influences on female entrepreneurial networking behaviours. The majority revealed stressful times trying to combine the business with multiple roles and societal expectations. Practical implications – Applications of the model in female entrepreneurial networking behaviour are suggested, within and beyond the context of the small business tourismindustry in Sri Lanka. Originality/value – This study enriches the understanding of social networks and social capital based on the experience of Sri Lankan female entrepreneurs, which is influenced by contextual factors of identity, gender and culture.