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The field of management studies have long been criticised for its predominantly Western-centric perspective. The Emerald Handbook of Decolonising Sustainability: A Global South Perspective fosters a more profound understanding of research and discourse on sustainability across the Global South. It deconstructs current thinking by presenting alternative viewpoints that enhance the understanding and engagement of communities in the Global South in the process of achieving sustainable development. The editors argue that there is a need to decolonise sustainability by the inclusion of indigenous epistemologies and examining indigenous perspectives that investigate the interrelated and interdependent relationship between individuals and the environment. This perspective on sustainability challenges conventional Western concepts of ""development"" that presuppose a clear separation between human and planetary existence. The interdisciplinary nature of the topics covered appeal to readers in a range of disciplines across business and social sciences, as well as those interested in understanding the ongoing complex debate on sustainability, energy transition and social justice.

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Author:   Julius Irene (Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC/TIAH), UK) ,  Bridget Irene (De Montfort University, UK) ,  Kingsley Obi Omeihe (University of the West of Scotland, UK) ,  Regina Frank (University of Liverpool, UK)
Publisher:   Emerald Publishing Limited
Imprint:   Emerald Publishing Limited
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.594kg
ISBN:  

9781836082170

ISBN 10:   1836082177
Pages:   370
Publication Date:   29 September 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction: Are we underestimating the Global South? Kingsley Obi Omeihe, Julius Omokhudu Irene, Bridget Nneka Irene, and Regina Frank Part 1. Decolonising Sustainability and Global Frameworks Chapter 1. The Village Sustainable Development Goals Policy: From Global to National Rural Policy in Indonesia; Nurul Dwi Purwanti, Sri Najiyati, and Danarti Chapter 2. True Sustainability: Climate Justice through (Re)connection; Conniel Malek Chapter 3. Decolonising Global Climate Policy vis-à-vis an Urgency-Cum-Justice Approach: Towards Epistemic Pluriversity in Climate Governance; Muhammad Manzoor Elahi Chapter 4. Eurocentric Sustainability; Saveena Patara and Prateep Kumar Nayak Chapter 5. Notes on Opacity; Jonathan Moniz Part 2. Gender and Social Justice in Sustainability Chapter 6. Sustainability and Wellbeing Synergy: The Impact of Energy Transition on the Livelihood of Women in the SSA; Bridget Nneka Irene, Elona Ndlovu, Daisy Nwaozuzu, Bisola Ariyo, Siona Ndeh, and Joy Eghonghon Akahome Chapter 7. The Role of Women Agripreneurs in Promoting Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security; Joy Eghonghon Akahome and Yulia Fomina Chapter 8. Breaking Tradition: Female Haul Truck Drivers in Nickel Mining and Local Community Views; Tini Suryaningsi, Sri Chiirullia Sukandar, Sritimuryati, and Dwi Surti Junida Chapter 9. Kudumbashree Women's Zero Waste Management Behavior in Agriculture: Social and Personal Outcomes; Vishnu Achutha Menon, Juby Thomas, and Lijo P Thomas Chapter 10. The role of gender in promoting textile products in Africa for sustainable development; George Kwame Fobiri, Raphael Kanyire Seidu, Edem Kwami Buami, Solomon Marfo Ayesu, and Frederick Boamah Part 3. Indigenous Knowledge, Cultural Identity, and Local Practices Chapter 11. Childcare in the Dayak Bakati Indigenous Community: A Review of Government Policies and Their Impact on Local Culture and Children's Rights; Dwi Surti Junida and Tini Suryaningsi Chapter 12. Transmigration as a Solution of Equitable Development: A Literature Study Transmigration Program in Indonesia; Lis Purbandini, Reza Amarta Prayoga, Siti Fatimah, Haryati, Slamet Rahmat Topo Susilo, Danarti, Djoko Puguh Wibowo, and Saraswati Soegiharto Chapter 13. Decolonising Business and Entrepreneurship Curricula for Sustainable Education: Integrating Lessons from the Global South; Rifat Kamasak, Deniz Palalar Alkan, Rifat Gorener, and Cenk Yuksel Chapter 14. Leveraging spiritual intelligence in the development of sustainability mindset: An African nuance; Doyin Olorunfemi

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Julius Omokhudu Irene is a Senior Lecturer at the Elizabeth School of London. Bridget Nneka Irene is a Senior Lecturer in business management at the Leicester Castle Business School, De Montfort University. Kingsley Obi Omeihe is an Associate Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship at the University of the West of Scotland. Regina Frank is Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Liverpool Business School, Liverpool University.

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