Cultural and Economic Constraints on Women Entrepreneurs in Ecotourism in Myanmar

Authors

  • Khin Kyi Zin School of Management, Shinawatra University
  • Fuangfa Amponstira School of Management, Shinawatra University
  • Nirot Dejkamhaeng School of Management, Shinawatra University

Keywords:

Cultural and Economic Constraints dolphin tourism, gender relations , Myanmar

Abstract

          This study aims to explore the cultural and economic Constraints in Ecotourism in Myanmar and analyse various dimensions from ecotourism stakeholders.  The case of Irrawaddy Dolphin is applied in this study.  The research methodology is the qualitative approach and the semi-structured questionnaires are designed to be the data collection tool.  The samplings are 10 tourism entrepreneurs of Irrawaddy Dolphin. According to the findings, commercialisation of small-scale trade in the region is characterised by big money driving out small money in such a way that the independence of women entrepreneurs is constrained and their opportunities reduced. Is it possible that ecotourism offers a different outcome for the women involved.   The government policy can encourage the solutions to improve the acceptance and participations of woman entrepreneurs.

 

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2021-05-17

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Vol. 8 No. 1 (2022): January - April

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