Innovation and Impact: Tracing the Footprints of Social Entrepreneurship Research

A Bibliometric Perspective from 1989 to 2024

Authors: Dr. Mohit Kumar, Dr. Prashant Kumar (Corresponding Author), Dr. Pravin Kumar Agarwal

Publication Date: February 1, 2025

Journal: Environment, Sustainability, and Governance Insights

Volume: 1 | Issue: 1 | Pages: 17–33

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64006/esgi/1102

Abstract

This study explores the growth and evolution of social entrepreneurship through a bibliometric analysis of 3,000 articles from 1989 to 2024. Using tools such as Bibliometrix and VOSviewer, it highlights key authors, countries, institutions, and collaboration patterns driving the discourse. With insights on citation trends, thematic development, and influential journals, the research identifies global academic attention on sustainable, innovative solutions to social challenges. It offers strategic value to scholars, practitioners, and policymakers navigating the expanding landscape of social entrepreneurship scholarship.

Keywords

Social entrepreneurship, bibliometric analysis, sustainability, innovation, global collaboration, academic trends

Access Full Paper

This article is available in PDF format. Click below to open or download:

Open PDF | Download PDF