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Using evidence from the microfinance sector, which is considered a
leading sector of social entrepreneurship, this book attempts to
push the boundaries of research in this field. While recent studies
consider that commercial enterprises, not-for-profits and social
enterprises are formed by entrepreneurs with different personal
identities, they do not explain why these personalities may change
before they convert their social enterprises, and change further at
the stage of transitioning into commercial enterprises. Presenting
a theory of development and evolution for social enterprises which
examines the dynamics associated with change, impact and growth and
an in-depth critical view of motivation, funding and profit, this
book examines how that impacts the social mission and enterprise
structure in the wake of hybrid and for-profit models and corporate
philanthropy. The author highlights the 'cracks' in social
entrepreneurship and asks how they are being filled,
institutionally.
In today s global society, microfinance affords lower income
individuals the opportunity to improve their economic situation
through a democratic, market-based process. Advanced Technologies
for Microfinance: Solutions and Challenges is the first book to
systematically address technology s impact on microfinance. It
discusses a wide variety of technology applications that will
define the next generation of the microfinance movement and it
addresses the tough questions surrounding technology in
microfinance. For instance, what are the disadvantages of
technology-enabled microfinance and what will it mean for the
inclusiveness and empowerment of the service? This dynamic
collection is a must-have for anyone interested in microfinance,
whether you are a donor, lender, or investor.
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