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SOCIAL CAPITAL AND WOMEN'S ECONOMIC THINKING: A SOCIO-PHILOSOPHICAL APPROACH

Umidakhon Sodiqjonovna Maksumova ,

Abstract

This article examines the role of social capital in shaping women's economic thinking from a socio-philosophical perspective. The study analyzes the influence of social trust, social networks, cooperation, and institutional support on women's economic decision-making, entrepreneurial activity, and innovative capacity. The research is based on socio-philosophical analysis, systems approach, comparative analysis, and content analysis. The findings indicate that strengthening social capital enhances women's economic participation, entrepreneurial initiatives, and inclusive economic development.

Keywords

social capital, women's economic thinking, women entrepreneurship, gender equality, human capital, social trust, inclusive economic development.

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Maksumova, U. S. . (2026). SOCIAL CAPITAL AND WOMEN’S ECONOMIC THINKING: A SOCIO-PHILOSOPHICAL APPROACH. Oriental Journal of Social Sciences, 6(08), 17–27. https://doi.org/10.37547/supsci-ojss-06-08-03