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Research Abstract and Preliminary Results | A Comparative Study of Danish and Japanese Women Entrepreneurs by Julie Taeko

Research Abstract and Preliminary Results | A Comparative Study of Danish and Japanese Women Entrepreneurs by Julie Taeko

Julie Taeko
Entrepreneurs

What are the differentiating factors among women entrepreneurs in more gender-equal societies such as Denmark versus less gender-equal societies such as Japan? The two countries were chosen for their opposite rankings in terms of gender equality, a healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem, and rates of women's entrepreneurship. The objective of this paper is to understand the differences that exist among women entrepreneurs in countries that are more gender-equal like Denmark or less gender-equal such as Japan, and how living in a gender-equal society or not, affects the experiences of women entrepreneurs.

Karthik Rampalli — A Young Man With a Big Mission in Japan (Part 3)

Karthik Rampalli — A Young Man With a Big Mission in Japan (Part 3)

Julie Taeko
Japan, Empowerment, Female Empowerment

Welcome to a 3-part series, highlighting Karthik Rampalli's life. For those who didn't read Part I about Karthik Rampalli's arrival in Japan, or his experiences at Tokyo Institute of Technology, check out this article. If you are interested in learning more about Karthik's experiences of co-founding the MEXT Scholars Association (MSA), working at various part-time jobs and internships, and organizing 5 TEDx events and 1 Hackathon, then read Part II.

Now get ready to learn about Karthik's perspective on living in Japan and the benefits that come from it, and his overall appreciation and gratitude to those who helped him achieve everything he has accomplished thus far, as well as the MEXT Scholarship. And finally, learn some important clues to help make the best use of various opportunities in Japan.