3.

Conceptual Framework
A conceptual framework is an analytical tool with several variations and contexts.
It can be applied in different categories of work where an overall picture is needed.
It is used to make conceptual distinctions and organize ideas. Strong conceptual
frameworks capture something real and do this in a way that is easy to remember
and apply.
Below is given a framework that targets the conceptual understanding of existing
Self-Employment (SE) and Local Enterprise (LE), and how it contributes and
supports the local people of Dhunkharka and helps overcome the potential
Challenges:

Existing Local
Enterprise
and Self-
Employment

Status of Local
Challenges of Enterprise and Contribution
LE's and SE's Self- to household
economy
Employment

Support of LE
and SE
Existing Self-Employment and Local Enterprises:
The local people of Dhunkharka tend to be employed through animal husbandry,
cattle raring and farming, other industries may include

Contribution to household economy:

……….. (To be filled after data collection)
Support for local enterprises and self-employment:
YSEFN, NGO’s, INGO’s, local government bodies
Challenges:
Potential Challenges may include:
 High illiteracy rate
 insufficient self-awareness of own skill needs, and lack of self-assessment as
'business people'
 lack of business experience and/or lack of relevant business training, with
particular reference to skills such as cash flow/financial management,
marketing/winning business, creating and management business systems
 insufficient 'soft' skills, including interpersonal skills and proper staffing
 lack of essential support from third parties like government and other human
service organizations.