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- Ammar Kassab
- Rosmini Omar
- Hasan Ghura
Abstract
Purpose - Governments can influence entrepreneurial growth through public policy. This paper aims to present critical aspects of entrepreneurship policy design for Syrian refugees in Turkey and evaluate if current policies are effective for Syrian refugees in Istanbul. Design/methodology/approach - The study adopts an explorative phenomenological approach, contextualized within the entrepreneurial behavior literature. The data was collected through semi-structured interviews with fifteen Syrian entrepreneurs residing in Istanbul. Findings - The results show that Syrian refugees were “pushed” to start new companies. Moreover, the findings suggest that Syrian entrepreneurs could exploit better business opportunities such as targeting international markets or finding competent partners. Research limitations/implications - The article offers several practical and social contributions by highlighting how the entrepreneurial behavior of Syrian refugees is driven by their migration or business experiences. Practical implications - Policymakers in Turkey need to acknowledge how their entrepreneurial policies regarding innovation and internationalization affect the business success rate among Syrian refugees. In this regard, the Turkish government should adopt new measures that provide Syrian refugees more business flexibility. These policies may include easy access to the Turkish financial system or fewer regulations to obtain work permits. This will encourage refugees to join the formal economy and contribute to the Turkish labor market. Originality/value - This article adds to the expanding body of knowledge on refugee entrepreneurship by emphasizing the link between refugees' personal experiences and starting new ventures. It also highlights how government policy can be strategically utilized to increase entrepreneurship among Syrian refugees in Turkey.
Suggested Citation
Ammar Kassab & Rosmini Omar & Hasan Ghura, 2022.
"Critical aspects of entrepreneurship policy design for Syrian refugees in Turkey,"
Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 11(2/3), pages 149-166, July.
Handle:
RePEc:eme:jepppp:jepp-02-2022-0037
DOI: 10.1108/JEPP-02-2022-0037
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