Resilient journey: unveiling entrepreneurship among forcibly displaced refugees women entrepreneurs

This study investigates the entrepreneurial trajectories of forcibly displaced refugee women, emphasizing their resilience and adaptability amidst adversity (Bikorimana & Nziku, 2024; Nziku & Bikorimana, 2024; and Betts et al., 2017). Despite encountering substantial barriers, these women exhibit remarkable entrepreneurial spirit by identifying and exploiting opportunities to establish and expand their enterprises (Scottish Government, 2024; Nziku & Bikorimana, 2023; and Al-Dajani & Marlow, 2013). Through qualitative interviews conducted with refugee women entrepreneurs in Glasgow, this research outlines the unique challenges and strategies employed by these women to navigate the complex environment of entrepreneurship (Nziku & Bikorimana, 2024). The findings emphasize the essential role of social networks, access to resources, and support systems in facilitating their entrepreneurial success (Nziku & Bikorimana, 2023; and Naudé et al., 2015). This study enhances the understanding of how forcibly displaced women leverage their skills and experiences to create sustainable livelihoods, thereby contesting traditional narratives of victimhood and dependency. The insights derived from this research can inform policymakers and practitioners in the development of effective support programs for refugee women entrepreneurs (UNHCR, 2020).