From Cafés to Collaborative Hubs: Empowering Communities and Transforming the Coffee Value Chain in Buraydah

Abstract

This research article investigates the dual role of coffee shops in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, as co-working spaces and catalysts for community development within the coffee value chain. With a focus on the perspectives of social work researchers and coffee professionals, this study explores how coffee shops can facilitate not only productive work environments but also social connections and community engagement. By examining the motivations of individuals utilizing coffee shops as Coffices and the strategies employed by Coffeepreneurs, this article highlights the potential for community development and social impact within the context of the Buraydah coffee industry.