Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
This study explores the transformative impact of engaging Mizo women from all districts of Mizoram in the accommodation business as a sustainable livelihood strategy, delving into the socio-economic and cultural context of the Mizo community, emphasizing the challenges faced by women and the potential of the accommodation sector to empower them.By employing qualitative research methods, including interviews, surveys, and participant observations, the participation in the accommodation business as homestay owners and the outcomes on their socio-economic status, investigating how the accommodation business serves as a catalyst for women’s economic independence, self-esteem, and community development, and analyzing the role of education and skill development in enhancing women’s capacity to manage and operate successful accommodations enterprises. Furthermore, the study examines the impact of this empowerment on the overall well-being of Mizo women, their families, and the community at large, with findings expected to contribute to the existing body of knowledge on women’s empowerment, sustainable livelihoods, and community development, providing insights for policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders to design and implement targeted interventions that support and amplify the positive outcomes observed in the Mizo women engaged in the accommodation business, advocating for the recognition of women as key agents of change and economic progress, emphasizing the significance of their active participation in sustainable livelihood initiatives for the betterment of society.