Equal Paths, Unequal Burdens Experiences of Moroccan Migrant Entrepreneurs with Institutional Support in the Netherlands
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2025-06-30
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This thesis explores how Moroccan migrant entrepreneurs in the Netherlands experience the
institutional support that is meant to help them start and grow their businesses. While
entrepreneurship is often promoted as a way for migrants to become economically independent,
many support programs do not fully match the realities of these entrepreneurs. Policies often
take a uniform approach, ignoring differences in background, needs, and goals. Through indepth
interviews, this study gives voice to Moroccan entrepreneurs and their experiences with
business support in the Netherlands. The findings show that they often face challenges like
bureaucracy, language barriers, and support that doesn’t always take their cultural background
into account. At the same time, these entrepreneurs often rely on friends and community
contacts to find solutions. This thesis offers new insights into how institutional support
programs can better align with the expectations and needs of Moroccan migrant entrepreneurs.
This thesis contributes to ongoing discussions about inclusion, entrepreneurship, integration,
and provides practical recommendations for policymakers and support organisations who aim
to make entrepreneurship more accessible for all.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen