Empowering Women in the Economic Sector through Entrepreneurship Training in Rural Areas

Luluk Indarinul Mufida; Diah Puji Nali   Brata; Lilis Rahmawati; Alina  Devlan

doi:10.59689/bisma.v7i1.1195

Luluk Indarinul Mufida STAI Miftahul Ula Nganjuk
Diah Puji Nali Brata Universitas PGRI Jombang
Lilis Rahmawati STAI Miftahul Ula Nganjuk
Alina Devlan Khatmandu Collage of Management, Nepal

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59689/bisma.v7i1.1195

Keywords: entrepreneurship training, women empowerment, rural development, Tambakboyo Village, participatory action research, economic independence

Abstract

This study examines the impact of entrepreneurship training on the empowerment of women in Tambakboyo Village, East Java. Through a participatory action research (PAR) approach, the research explores how training programs can enhance women’s business skills, self-confidence, and income-generating capacities. The findings indicate that the training significantly improved participants' understanding of business management, financial planning, and marketing strategies. However, challenges such as limited access to capital and societal barriers persist, limiting the full potential of the trained women. The study highlights the importance of continued support through financial services, community engagement, and policy reforms to overcome these barriers. Ultimately, the research suggests that entrepreneurship training, when combined with necessary resources and societal changes, can empower rural women, fostering sustainable economic development and contributing to social change within their communities

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