Social entrepreneurs and development

Vibeke Andersson; Helene Balslev Clausen

Abstract

Most Cubans are optimistic by the thawing in diplomatic relations between their country and the United States. Despite the restrictions that the United States government has placed on interactions between the two countries, Cubans have long had intimate contact with United States culture and welcome the opening. However, economic reforms, too, have had less of an impact than it might seem. Under a new strategy unveiled in 2011, the government improved the environment in which the small-scale entrepreneurs known as “cuentapropistas” operate e.g. making it easier to obtain licenses. However this also exposed them to bureaucracy, complicated tax system and excessive bank charges. This seminar will with point of departure in different perspectives seek to create a platform for discussions about future challenges in Cuba.

Original language	English
Publication date	10 Dec 2015
Publication status	Published - 10 Dec 2015
Event	Cuba Seminar - Aalborg University, Copenhagen Campus, Copenhagen, Denmark Duration: 12 Dec 2015 → 12 Dec 2015

Seminar

Seminar	Cuba Seminar
Location	Aalborg University, Copenhagen Campus
Country/Territory	Denmark
City	Copenhagen
Period	12/12/2015 → 12/12/2015

Keywords

cuba
social entrepreneurs
social change
civil society

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