Developing Peacebuilding and Entrepreneurship Education to Empower Women and Youth: Sustainable Development Approaches for Southeast Nigeria

Abstract

This study investigated the relationship between entrepreneurship education and peacebuilding. This intersection plays a critical role in empowering women and youth in Southeast Nigeria. Giving women and young people skills in entrepreneurship and peacebuilding can promote social cohesion and economic resilience in light of the socioeconomic and political challenges facing the region, such as poverty, unemployment, and conflict. While addressing the particular difficulties faced by women and youth in southeast Nigeria, the paper emphasised the importance of education in establishing a sustainable path for development and peace. This study employed a mixed-methods approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative techniques. This simple mixed-methods design allows for an effective analysis of both the measurable outcomes and personal experiences. The study also found that the region can move toward long-term peace and development if these vulnerable groups are given the skills necessary to settle disputes and generate economic opportunities. A comprehensive approach that incorporates entrepreneurship and peace education into regional and national development frameworks is crucial, as the study's recommendations for policy reforms highlight.