Entrepreneurship challenges for persons with disabilities: A bibliometric analysis
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https://doi.org/10.24191/jeeir.v14i1.8640Keywords:
bibliometric analysis, entrepreneurship, persons with diabilities, disabilitiesAbstract
Entrepreneurship offers a vital pathway for economic independence and social inclusion among persons with disabilities (PWDs). However, PWD entrepreneurs often face multifaceted barriers that limit their participation and success in the entrepreneurial landscape. This bibliometric study analyzes the scholarly literature on the challenges and barriers encountered by PWD entrepreneurs, using Scopus-indexed publications from 2000 to 2025. The analysis identifies key publication trends, influential authors, countries, institutions, and thematic clusters. The findings reveal an increasing scholarly interest in the topic, with research primarily concentrated in Western countries and dominated by qualitative approaches. However, significant gaps remain, particularly in exploring intersectionality, regional contexts in the Global South, and the role of digital technologies. The study highlights the need for more inclusive, data-driven, and context-sensitive research to inform effective policy and practice. It concludes by proposing future research directions and policy implications to support a more equitable and enabling ecosystem for PWD entrepreneurs.
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