Dr. Lakshmi A. J.

Dr. Lakshmi A. J. is an Assistant Professor at SN College, affiliated with the University of Kerala, with a PhD in Cooperative Governance and Legislation. Her doctoral research involved a comparative study of Cooperative Principles within the legal frameworks of Kerala, India, and Saskatchewan, Canada. Dr. Lakshmi’s expertise spans Social Enterprises, Cooperatives, Digital Transformation and AI, the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Approach, and Sustainability. Her research focuses on empowering marginalised communities and fostering innovation in agriculture and rural development by utilising cooperatives and digital technology. With an extensive publication record, her research has been featured in numerous high-impact journals. She has presented her work at both national and international conferences, including ICA-AP and ICA Global research conferences. An active member of professional organisations such as the Indian Commerce Association and the Indian Accounting Association, Dr. Lakshmi contributes to her field through both academic research and community engagement.