Entrepreneurial Intentions among Refugees. The Case of Syrian Refugees in Türkiye
Tackling an under-explored topic in the scientific literature, with high potential and of societal relevance, the paper aims at investigating the entrepreneurial intentions of Syrian refugees in Türkiye. Drawing from the experience of 50 interviewees, the research reveals a population with strong...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Editura ASE
2025-08-01
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| Series: | Amfiteatru Economic |
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| Online Access: | https://www.amfiteatrueconomic.ro/temp/Article_3470.pdf |
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| Summary: | Tackling an under-explored topic in the scientific literature, with high potential and of
societal relevance, the paper aims at investigating the entrepreneurial intentions of Syrian
refugees in Türkiye. Drawing from the experience of 50 interviewees, the research reveals a
population with strong entrepreneurial intentions, often driven by past business experience,
a desire for autonomy, and the need to build a stable future in the host country. Despite
generally low levels of formal education and limited role models, many interviewees
possessed significant self-employment experience and demonstrated resilience, motivation,
and a positive outlook on risk and challenges. Entrepreneurship was broadly perceived not
only as a pathway to financial independence but also as a means of achieving social status
and long-term stability within the host society. However, systemic barriers, such as restricted
access to capital, language obstacles, and insufficient institutional support, remain significant
challenges. A smaller group within the interviewed sample expressed resistance to
entrepreneurship, citing psychological distress, a preference for security and stability over
uncertainty, and lack of self-confidence or experience. The paper adds to the literature, at the
same time, setting guidelines for coherent policies aimed at refugees’ integration |
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| ISSN: | 1582-9146 2247-9104 |