The Role of Women as Head of Households in Fulfilling Family Livelihood Needs: A Case Study of Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship among Cricket Farmers in Wonorejo Vilage, Srengat, Blitar

Abstract

This study aims to examine the role of female heads of households in meeting basic family needs and promoting economic empowerment through entrepreneurial activities, specifically in cricket farming in Wonorejo Village, Srengat, Blitar. A qualitative method with a case study approach was employed to explore the dynamics in the field in greater depth. The study found that female heads of households in Wonorejo utilize cricket farming as a primary source of income to support their families. Moreover, entrepreneurship serves as a means of economic empowerment, enabling women not only to gain financial benefits but also to improve their social status and achieve greater economic independence. Several factors contribute to the success of these women in business, including social support, business management skills, and access to markets and information. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the crucial role women play in household and community economies, highlighting the importance of entrepreneurship-based economic empowerment in improving family welfare, particularly for female-headed households.