Workplace adversity and the dual impact of gender on employee intentions to leave and pursue social entrepreneurship

What is it about?

This research examines how difficult working conditions, like hostility, discrimination, and harassment, impact employees in Peru and whether these experiences drive people to pursue social entrepreneurship as a new career path. Social entrepreneurship is a way to address social problems while creating positive change. Our study shows that women feel more discriminated against, while men report more harassment. Interestingly, women who want to leave their jobs are more likely than men to consider becoming social entrepreneurs. This study highlights the potential of social entrepreneurship to turn negative workplace experiences into opportunities for making a difference in society.

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