Growth Of Corporate Social Responsibility Research Articles

Mining from the pipeline: Artisanal oil refining as a consequence of failed CSR policies in the Niger Delta

Oil production in the Niger Delta first attained global prominence after the 1995 hangings of Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogonis. In the face of horrible publicity and credible allegations that international oil companies were complicit in systematic human rights violations against local host communities, corporate social responsibility (CSR) was embraced. CSR in the Nigerian oil industry has evolved from non-existent to limited community development programs to today's Global Memorandum of Understanding model. Yet, concomitant with CSR's growth has been a devastating increase in artisanal oil refining or “bunkering.” In this article, we do not focus on industrial scale bunkering, which clearly requires high-level political support. Instead, we focus on the growth of small-scale artisanal refining in the rural Niger Delta. We situate this sector's growth in failed government and CSR policies, highlight its devastating environmental impacts, and advocate a shift away from flawed and limited CSR to legal and regulated modular refineries that, with fewer negative developmental and environmental externalities, could serve as a vital source of job creation and wealth generation.

Assessing the provision of innovative technologies for the growth of corporate social responsibility in Lithuania

The object of this study is the assessment of the provision of innovative technologies for the growth of corporate social responsibility by types of economic activity in Lithuania. In the course of the research, the problem of determining the level of provision of corporate social responsibility with innovative technologies as a factor of its growth was solved; establishing a benchmark for the regularity of the growth of corporate social responsibility by types of economic activity in Lithuania. As a result of the study, an integral indicator of the provision of innovative technologies for the growth of corporate social responsibility by types of economic activity in Lithuania was obtained, which does not correspond to the reference model of the pattern of growth for each. The peculiarity of this study is the comprehensive approach, which takes into account the multi-component content of corporate social responsibility, its relationship with internal and external elements of the socio-economic system, namely its growth, based on the use of innovative technologies. A distinctive feature of the results, owing to which they made it possible to solve the set tasks, is multidimensionality, that is, the structure, dynamics, relationship of the research object were taken into account, quantitative and qualitative indicators were used, and a complex methodological toolkit of matrix business modeling. The results of the study make it possible to determine in practice the level of assurance of the growth of corporate social responsibility by innovative technologies. Taking into account deviations from the reference model of growth patterns, make decisions about the introduction of certain types of innovative technologies in certain components of corporate social responsibility.

Corporate Social Responsibility: A Legislative Gateway

India a country of as much diversity as is a hotspot for numerous contradictions. On the one hand, after much hardship, the country has emerged as one of the surging economies and a very important player in the new global order. In contrast, on the other hand, it is still combating issues related to impoverishment, starvation, and rights of undernourished children, societal welfare, and the like. The Indian economy sometimes rides a wave of boon and sometimes that of bane, which is because of an uneven, unseemly distribution of wealth throughout, which only increases social unrest; this uneven development and growth spread across the nation has targeted companies and corporate organizations for their contributions to the society. The scrutiny has only been increasing with the rising awareness of the gaps between the haves and the have-nots, which has further led to an outpouring in society’s expectations from the corporate giants. To this, the government has responded proactively, taking most of the corporate houses in its stride to provide for the society without commercial success and hence developing the nation getting in the way. The concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a practice where companies realize profits and fulfill philanthropic, societal expectations, has taken ground since times immemorial only to become mandatory later. In the background of such a premise, CSR has time and again presented itself as a wonderful opportunity, the need of every hour and also as a serious challenge to be overcome, with its implications on almost every sector. Ever since it became a legal mandate in the year 2014, India has been a thriving “hotbed for innovative CSR scenarios,” in the words of D S Rawa, Former Secretary-General of ASSOCHAM. This paper seeks to trace the advent and growth of Corporate Social Responsibility in India through the eyes of the law, having undergone multiple legislative changes ever since the inception of the Companies Act, 2013. The paper also analyses the legislative amendments that are already afoot and awaiting enforcement. The researcher has tried to suggest the best possible ideological way forward in light of these multifarious changes, illuminating CSR’s import and primacy as a practice in the wake of the same.

Corporate Social Responsibility disclosure and Indonesian firm value: The moderating effect of profitability and firm’s size

In comparison with the growth of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices in Indonesia, the studies on the impact of CSR disclosure on firm value has provided more steadily and the findings are deficient. This study empirically examines the nexus between corporate social responsibility disclosure and firm value and also investigates the mediating role of profitability and firm size. This research adopted Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) to estimate the relationship between the variables involved in this study. The research involved 49 mining sector firms in Indonesia between 2019 and 2020 that were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The findings reveal that corporate social responsibility disclosure has a significant effect on firm value in the mining sector in Indonesia. This study also confirms that profitability and firm size can moderate the effect of corporate social responsibility disclosure on firm value. Practical and theoretical suggestions also are provided. 

What Does Entrepreneurship Add to the Understanding of Corporate Social Responsibility Management in Sport?

Despite the widespread growth of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in sport, the majority of professional sport teams still manage social engagement in an opportunistic manner. Tactical attempts toward CSR management can provide discrete and short-term benefits, but lack the ability to create lasting social and economic impacts. This study uses an entrepreneurship perspective to study CSR management in sport. More specifically, it builds on the concept of corporate social entrepreneurship (CSE) to study the transition toward more strategic CSR approaches. Through an in-depth study of a single professional soccer case in Belgium, the drivers of CSE and their relation to strategic CSR development and implementation were explored. The findings indicate the importance of having an intrapreneur, an enabling organization, and, to some extent, stakeholder alliances. Challenges, however, arise at the level of organizational culture and aiming for shared value creation.

Sustainability Effort Acceleration as Measured by Increased Propensity of Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the foundational bedrock for sustainability efforts. Corporate Social Responsibility is also becoming the norm rather than the exception due to social awareness created by curricula that highlights areas of both social and environmental inequality and has recently emerged as a bona fide strategic option globally. Howe and Straus predicted the growth of Corporate Social Responsibility in their seminal work, Millennials Rising. This paper extends and validates that earlier work through the illumination of recent causal factors and changes in society. The combination of proactive equality initiatives resulting in changes in leadership and value anchoring by college major illustrates that millennials’ ethos more strongly align with both social and environmental sustainability philosophies. The forthcoming millennial upheaval, as posited by Howe and Strauss, is evidenced by “strong belief statements” as interpreted by the raters in this study.

Cricket has no boundaries with NatWest? The hyperreality of inclusion and diversity in English cricket

In this article, we examine England and Wales Cricket Board’s relationship with NatWest Bank and analyse its award-winning sponsorship campaign Cricket Has No Boundaries (CHNB). Drawing upon Jean Baudrillard’s concepts of the hyperreal and the non-event, we explore how CHNB presents an idealised image of English cricket. At the heart of this campaign is NatWest’s desire to demonstrate their commitment to inclusion and diversity through the lens of modern cricket, but what does this tell us about the ‘value’ of cricket in our neoliberal age? Using critical discourse analysis and semiotic analysis, we critique the campaign’s mediated content—advertisements, newspaper articles and short documentaries—and examine the role of commodities, signs and media messages in shaping CHNB’s hyperreal version of cricket. We also reflect upon the growth of corporate social responsibility in sport and discuss how brands exploit athletes’ lived experiences for financial gain.

Роль маркетингових інструментів в інноваційному розвитку аграрних підприємств

At present, intensification of innovation activity is recognized as the priority direction in the operation of agrarian enterprises. It is determined that this, first of all, requires the formation of a qualitatively new system of marketing provision for innovative development of agricultural producers, introduction of modern information and communication technologies, and the use of digital marketing instruments. Therefore, the research is aimed at substantiating and developing proposals to improve the effectiveness of innovative development of agrarian enterprises with the use of marketing instrumentarium. To achieve the aim, research methods such as analysis and synthesis, comparison, generalization, statistical analysis, structural and logical method, systematization are applied. The indicators of innovative development of food production enterprises are analyzed in accordance with KVED-2010. The key factors that determine the feasibility of using marketing instrumentarium in the innovative development of agrarian enterprises are identified. The main advantages of using information and communication technologies as an important marketing instrument in the innovative activities of agrarian enterprises are defined. Global trends in the development of the digitalization process in agriculture are examined. The peculiarities of digital channels for the promotion of agrarian products are considered, which include content marketing (SEO, SERM, SMM, PR content, e-mail marketing, ORM); digital advertising (contextual, targeted, media advertising); multichannel promotion; web-analythics. The directions of intensification of innovation activities of agrarian enterprises with the use of marketing instruments are defined, which are conventionally systematized by eight groups: operational response; budget optimization; remote mode and taking care of the team; assistance to agrarian business through the growth of corporate social responsibility and implementation of social initiatives; marketing strategy adjustments; transformation of communication mix and portfolio of innovative products; e-com enhancement, focus on trade marketing.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a western concept that is penetrating Middle Eastern countries, and the UAE is the most appropriate region to offer insights into CSR because other Middle Eastern countries are not adopting the concept quite as quickly as the UAE. One indication of CSR in UAE is its transparent firms. This paper explores the current stage of CSR implementation in Arab countries, with special attention given to the UAE. An in-depth study was conducted to explore CSR implementation among local managers. Primary data from 198 questionnaires and case studies were analyzed to obtain valuable insights into the current state of CSR in the UAE. Key concepts are highlighted regarding the definition and practice of CSR in the UAE. Secondary data from both western and eastern cultures were also analyzed to examine the extent of adoption and adaptation of CSR and corporate philanthropy from multiple perspectives. Findings suggest all organizations, both local and multinational, must consider environmental and stakeholder interests in order to become global. Some confusion appears to exist between the concept of philanthropy and CSR. Some CSR highlighted by firms includes following regulations effectively and efficiently, adopting environmentally friendly business processes, organizing seminars, and creating awareness of the concept among peers. Although CSR is maturing in the Middle East, UAE firms need to improve CSR to compete with the practices that have become the CSR standard in western countries. In the last few years, governments and local organizations have strictly enforced business ethics and environmental regulations to support the growth of CSR in the country.

The Collaboration Challenge: Global Partnerships to Achieve Global Goals.

As capitalism is being re-invented and the voices of multiple stakeholders are becoming more prevalent and demanding, it is the perfect time for the private sector to embrace large-scale collaboration and a shared sense of purpose. Since the explosive growth of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in the 1990s, a new era of responsibility, purpose and a re-envisioned capitalism are dramatically apparent. Beyond financial support, business leaders have the opportunity to galvanize networks, advocate for regulation and policy change, and form supporting consortia to support global development. The role of the private sector in development has changed significantly from a model of benevolent contributor to a model of collaborator, investor, business partner and exponential value creator. The new era of collaboration should move beyond a shared value mindset to new models of partnership where each contributor plays an equal role in defining challenges and designing solutions with the greater goal of sustainable value creation. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) have the unprecedented opportunity to take leadership roles in engaging the private sector in more game-changing collaborations.

Dynamic corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies in oligopoly

This paper investigates dynamic and strategic (oligopolistic) interactions with respect to their corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities. In order to separate dynamic from strategic effects, the paper proposes a differential game and derives the open loop and Markov perfect Nash equlibria with the cooperative solution as benchmark. The Markov strategies are in stark contrast to the open loop equilibrium that is close to cooperation. This suggests that strategic aspects are indeed crucial. This rat race, once triggered, can explain fast and wide growth of CSR and not necessarily underlying overall efficiency considerations.

Molding the nascent corporate social responsibility agenda in Singapore: of pragmatism, soft regulation, and the economic imperative

This paper seeks to examine the putative growth of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Singapore. A key impetus for the nascent CSR movement in twenty-first century Singapore is the economic imperative. As a trade-dependent industrializing economy, the economic development drive coupled with the need for international expansion has made it necessary for Singapore businesses to be cognizant of the growing CSR movement in the western, industrialized world. The government supports the CSR endeavour with an instrumental bent, where CSR ideas and concepts are adapted, incorporated, and promoted in various sectors of the economy. This paper assesses the state’s active encouragement of CSR in various facets of economic life in Singapore. The government sees itself as a promoter and practitioner of CSR. For instance, Singapore’s unique tripartite labor relations have recently emphasized a CSR gloss while CSR is also touted as being beneficial for corporate governance as well as improving the competitiveness of companies and improving the quality of life. However, CSR is too often seen as another form of corporate governance. This paper argues that the CSR drive in Singapore coheres with the government’s pragmatic approach to governance broadly conceived. There are many intrinsic and tangible benefits in the government being seen as an active promoter of CSR in various facets of Singapore life. The close association with the various concerns of CSR ensures that the government is seen to be involved in issues, such as environmentalism, work–life balance, anti-corruption, and philanthropy, that concern and appeal to the younger generation of Singaporeans. The CSR endorsement by the state, while not taking a legislative framework and still very much a private sector-driven initiative, is in accord with Singapore’s political and cultural values where the promotion of social responsibility (individual and group), harmony, cohesion, and stability in a multi-racial, multi-religious, and multi-lingual society are very much valued. In studying the putative CSR movement in Singapore, a sense of the values that the state, in partnership with the business world, hopes to inculcate would be evident.

Growth of corporate social responsibility as a sustainable business strategy in difficult financial times

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become such an important concept that in some situations, it is soon to be required by law that publicly listed companies disclose ethical, social and environmental risks in its annual report. An example of CSR is the growing implementation green buildings, which are not only environmentally friendly, but also using the environment to benefit the company's corporate reputation through the use of the resource-based view business strategy. Within this article, detailed aspects of CSR-based initiatives are intertwined with corporate culture, transparency, lack of trust in business and the Sarbanes-Oxley experience, as well as Pittsburgh, PA examples of companies utilising green-building technologies.

Dilemmas and advances in corporate social responsibility in Brazil. The work of the Ethos Institute

Abstract This article discusses the development of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Brazil from the perspective of the Ethos Institute of Business and Social Responsibility. The Institute is a not‐for‐profit, non‐governmental organization, that has played a leading role in the Brazilian CSR effort. In Brazil, CSR initiatives have a long tradition of philanthropy, a consequence of the country's great social inequalities. The increased attention to corporate social responsibility has paralleled growing concern about sustainable development and the intensifying activities of pressure groups (consumers, customers, investors, NGOs, labour unions, the media, among others) that have been increasing since the 1990s as natural resources are progressively becoming exhausted, social tensions rising and environmental conditions deteriorating worldwide. This article identifies problems and obstacles to the growth of corporate social responsibility in Brazil, as well as advances and alternatives for CSR and towards creating conditions for the country to be internationally competitive and sustainable in the financial, social and environmental areas.