Social Responsibility Approach Research Articles

Social-LCA providing new insights and learnings for social responsibility—case pulp and paper industry

Abstract Purpose This paper presents the lessons learnt from testing the ORIENTING S-LCA methodology for a case product of Stora Enso, a globally operating forest industry company. The main purpose of the study was to explore what kind of additional insights and benefits the S-LCA method could provide compared to other existing social responsibility methods and approaches used by companies. Methods The paper briefly describes the applied ORIENTING S-LCA method and its application in the case study, focusing on main learnings gained and development needs identified. The S-LCA methodology proposed in ORIENTING builds upon the UNEP Guidelines for S-LCA (UNEP 2020) and the Handbook for Product Social Impact Assessment (Goedkoop et al. 2020). S-LCA methodology relies on the reference scale approach (RSA) and combines qualitative and quantitative evaluations for assessing social performance and social risk along the product’s life cycle. Social performance assessment approach was applied for company’s own processes covering several life cycle stages and the risk assessment for assessing the supply chain. Results and discussion Based on the case company’s experience, social assessments are currently conducted mainly on company or facility level. Moving towards product-based assessments could help gaining a more transparent view of products’ value chains and bring new possibilities for example to supplier specific sustainability audits. With the product-based S-LCA, the company could more easily identify, e.g., in which life cycle stage they would have most gaps on information and on which social matters, and take different stakeholders’ needs better into consideration in different life cycle stages. Areas that require further development concern especially data availability, assessment efficacy, and formulation of social topics. Conclusions The study demonstrates that the S-LCA methodology offers several benefits when addressing social sustainability issues in the pulp and paper industry. Comprehensive view over different social topics, life cycle perspective, and stakeholder identification are key elements of S-LCA that may support identifying relevant sustainability topics for the purposes of corporate sustainability reporting. Additionally, they can support defining appropriate mitigation actions that will be required for complying with the requirements related to corporate sustainability due diligence.

Management of social responsibility strategies of multinational corporations in russia during the war against Ukraine

This study examined how multinational corporations adapted their corporate social responsibility strategies while operating in russia during the ongoing war against Ukraine. Specifically, the analysis investigated the impact of different corporate social responsibility approaches on financial performance, stakeholder trust, and corporate reputation for multinational corporations operating in russia during the war. A game-theoretic model evaluated three distinct strategies: minimal corporate social responsibility engagement (Strategy 1), increased corporate social responsibility involvement (Strategy 2), and a complete exit from the russian market (Strategy 3). The quantitative analysis showed that companies choosing the exit strategy (Strategy 3) gained the highest payoffs for financial performance, stakeholder trust, and reputation. In contrast, minimal corporate social responsibility engagement (Strategy 1) resulted in negative outcomes, including reputational damage and potential exposure to sanctions. On the other hand, increased corporate social responsibility involvement (Strategy 2) produced neutral outcomes, offering short-term benefits but still leaving companies vulnerable to ongoing risks. The sensitivity analysis confirmed the stability of these outcomes. The study concludes that exiting the russian market not only aligns with ethical standards but also ensures long-term sustainability, offering critical insights for corporations navigating corporate social responsibility challenges in war zones. AcknowledgmentsWe sincerely express our gratitude to Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Marko Sarstedt, the LMU Fellowship Grant (LMU Ukraine support-fund) for the support of Ukrainian scientists.

KOMUNIKASI KO-KREASIONAL PROGRAM SEHAT SEJAHTERA (SESERA) PT PUPUK SRIWIDJAJA DENGAN MASYARAKAT PULAU KEMARO

Abstract. The purpose of this study is to investigate the co-creative communication of the Sehat Sejahtera Program (Sesera) and to construct a collaborative model between corporate and community in the context of implementing ecotourism at the Kemaro Island tourist attraction in Palembang City. This study uses qualitative methodologies and a case study design to handle primary data based on interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation as secondary data. The data analysis employs the Miles and Huberman Interactive Model in three steps, beginning with data reduction and structured in a relationship pattern to facilitate interpretation and drawing or verifying results. Research findings show that co-creational communication referring to Co-Creation Theory is implemented through social responsibility strategies focussing on tourist experiences and interactive relationships with the surrounding community. The collaboration carried out is PT Pupuk Sriwidjaja Palembang's social and environmental responsibility (TJSL) approach to the Kemaro Island tourist destination.

The Positive Impact of Social Responsibility (SR) Strategy on the Performance of SMSEs and Entrepreneurs in the North East Region of Nigeria

This study, empirical assessment of the effects of social responsibility (SR) strategy on the performance of SMSE’s and possible improvement on entrepreneurs in the north east region of Nigeria was undertaken and found that social responsibility has made an impact on the operation, economic growth and survival of SMSE’s sub-sector in Yobe State of Nigeria. The study was built in SMSE’s sector of the region, the “Thermo Fisher’s 4i Values” (Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement) it made up the sector in questions a great interaction with customers, suppliers and partners, communities and each other. These four values are foundational to our SR approach (Thermo Fisher scientific, 2020). Incognizance of the importance of SMSE, this study has expanded the body of knowledge in respect to social responsibility of small and micro enterprises. Specifically, the study worked out means in which SMSE sector be encouraged profitably. Only few of SMSE’s do participate and recognized the activities of SR. The study also recognized that financial institutions like banks, individual financer and government are attracted to few SMSE that participated in SR (Basariya, Al Kake, 2019). The study realized that “Social Responsibility (SR) has become a fundamental way of defining the role of business in society” (Itziar & Josep, 2011). Other prominent writers in this context believe that, the needs of current and future generations cannot be met unless there is respect for natural systems and international standards protecting core social and environmental values. It is increasingly recognized the critical role of business sector. As a part of society, it is in business’ interest to contribute to addressing common problems. Strategically speaking, the study has captured that business can only flourish when the communities and ecosystems in which they operate are healthy (Marylyn, Caroline & Sheena, 2011., Judy & Victoria, 2011., Cameron, 2011., Tobias & Frank, 2011., Min-Dong, 2011, &Babafemi, 2015).

Now Everybody is a Friend; How Native Advertising Influences Indonesian Journalistic Field

Native advertising is increasingly the primary practice of online news media to gain economic benefits. The nature of native advertising resembling news content is considered effective in influencing the public. The media study in Indonesia focused heavily on media democratization following the authoritarian media system for more than three decades. However, Indonesian media's economic competition is becoming more challenging, and media personnel are looking for new ways to earn money from native advertising. This study investigates the contemporary development of Indonesian journalism concerning the increased native advertising practice. It utilizes the field theory of Pierre Bourdieu's journalistic and journalism social responsibility approach. Data was collected through semi-structured interviews of fifteen personnel from three Indonesian online news media. The study showed that Indonesian online news media highly practice native advertising to earn revenue. The increasing practice of native advertising in Indonesia urges journalists to be involved in advertising content production and dissemination. There is resistance from media personnel in native advertising practice. However, native advertising has become irresistible because most media are in an economic crisis. Native advertising drives media to make friends with every prospective client, including the Government. The media has become less independent and less concerned about their social responsibility as a watchdog because the Government and state apparatus are their clients. The media develop new norms and traditions to accommodate native advertising. Keywords: Indonesian journalism, journalistic field, media social responsibility, native advertising, online news media.

Co-evolutionary dynamics and heterogeneity in corporate social responsibility: A case study on multinational corporation subsidiaries

This study aims to understand the heterogeneity of corporate social responsibility (CSR) approaches across subsidiaries of the same multinational corporations (MNCs) and determine the co-evolutionary dynamics that enhance the global cohesiveness of MNCs' CSR strategies and performance. The study draws on co-evolutionary theory and adopts an explanatory research design based on embedded multiple case study methodology. Semi-structured interviews with top management and employees responsible for CSR or related areas were conducted, and secondary data collection was done for triangulation and validation. The findings suggest that MNCs experience heterogeneity in their CSR, particularly in the implementation approaches, philanthropic and environmental CSR dimensions, and that MNCs with significant heterogeneity at the strategic level have less cohesive strategic CSR practices. The study also found that MNCs that encourage and facilitate active collaboration between subsidiaries have more cohesive and strategic CSR, and each MNC's CSR is driven by different co-evolutionary dynamics. The study contributes to the expansion of co-evolutionary theory to the study of CSR and offers a dynamic CSR co-evolution model explaining MNC CSR heterogeneity in real-world situations, along with potential levers to achieve more globally cohesive strategic CSR.

Komunikasi Ko-Kreasional Program Sehat Sejahtera (SESERA) PT Pupuk Sriwidjaja dengan Masyarakat Pulau Kemaro

The purpose of this study is to investigate the co-creative communication of the Sehat Sejahtera Program (Sesera) and to construct a collaborative model between corporate and community in the context of implementing ecotourism at the Kemaro Island tourist attraction in Palembang City. This study uses qualitative methodologies and a case study design to handle primary data based on interviews, non-participant observation, and documentation as secondary data. The data analysis employs the Miles and Huberman Interactive Model in three steps, beginning with data reduction and structured in a relationship pattern to facilitate interpretation and drawing or verifying results. Research findings show that co-creational communication referring to Co-Creation Theory is implemented through social responsibility strategies focussing on tourist experiences and interactive relationships with the surrounding community. The collaboration carried out is PT Pupuk Sriwidjaja Palembang's social and environmental responsibility (TJSL) approach to the Kemaro Island tourist destination.

Fuzzy Logic Method for Measuring Sustainable Decent Work Levels as a Corporate Social Responsibility Approach

The purpose of this study was to propose an interactive computer system that utilises the MATLAB Fuzzy Logic Designer to measure the level of implementation of SDG 8, which focuses on sustainable decent work (SDW) and economic growth. This study used policies and laws as parameters to determine the presence or absence of SDW. The fuzzy method was implemented in car windshield manufacturing in the auto parts industry as a case study to define and quantify work conditions and to determine the level of sustainable decent work (SDWL). The study described environmental conditions, such as noise, lighting, and heat stress; ergonomic factors, such as exposure time, the mass of the object manipulated, and lifting frequency; and organisation at work, such as workplace violence, salary, and workday, as linguistic variables. The level of the presence or absence of SDW was defined as their membership functions. The resulting vectors determined the absence of SDW with a score of 1.5 in two linguistic variables: environmental conditions and ergonomic factors. Some features of SDW in the linguistic variable organisation at work had an SDW score of 5. The SDWL vector determined a final score of 1.24, indicating the absence of decent work in production areas. This study found that the workers suffer a lack of long and healthy lives and a bad standard of living without economic growth due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders and work illnesses, increasing their out-of-pocket spending and catastrophic health expenses. As a CSR approach, assessing SDWLs helped managers improve policies and work conditions.

The enactment of the Socially-Just Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility (SJ-TPSR) approach in physical education teacher education: Teacher educators’ and pre-service teachers’ perspectives

ABSTRACT Background Research in teacher education practice explicitly highlights how learning to teach teachers is a complex, messy, sophisticated process, filled with uncertainty and perpetual challenges. While this applies to all aspects of teacher education, we focus here on the process of learning to teach pre-service teachers (PSTs) how to teach about, through, and for social justice (pedagogies) by enacting the Socially-Just Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility (SJ-TPSR) approach. Purpose This research was guided by the following research question: What are the realities of enacting a SJ-TPSR approach in physical education teacher education (PETE)? Method Utilising a collaborative self-study approach two physical education teacher educators, supported by two critical friends, enacted the SJ-TPSR approach in a 10-week outdoor and adventure activities module with pre-service generalist primary school teachers. Data included: critical friend meetings, pedagogical decision-making documents and interviews with the teacher educators and PSTs. Findings The findings revolve around three categories: (i) Teaching about teaching and learning about teaching the SJ-TPSR approach; (ii) The importance of learning together; and (iii) A pedagogy of vulnerability needed? The findings demonstrated the need to take a gradual approach to teaching about teaching the SJ-TPSR approach and learning about teaching along with the SJ-TPSR approach. It was a daunting experience but reflection and sharing our thoughts mitigated most of these feelings. The importance of learning together was highlighted by both teacher educators. Co-constructing this new knowledge with the PSTs further supported this process. Finally, when enacting a new pedagogical approach, particularly in the area of social justice, required an additional pedagogical approach that of vulnerability. Discussion Our collaborative self-study on the enactment of the SJ-TPSR approach is an explicit example of reframing pedagogy and practice not only from a social change and social justice perspective, but about, through, and for social justice and change. We first reconceptualised the TPSR approach to the SJ-TPSR approach from a social justice perspective, but then examined our practice and developed practices that also support the teaching and learning about, through, and for social justice. The practices developed have implications for the enactment of the SJ-TPSR approach which hold possibilities for other innovative practices (e.g. layering), and also for self-study research, namely ways in which collaborative self-study can be conducted and in which self-study can work from a social change and social justice perspective Conclusion We trust that sharing our journey thus far will support others interested in enacting the SJ-TPSR approach, and that we, in turn, can learn from others enacting, examining, and articulating their experiences with the approach.

Design and Validation of Clinical Education Curriculum Pattern Based on Social Accountability for General Medicine Course: A Mixed Method Study

Introduction: In the social accountability of the curriculum, all medical education activities are aimed at training doctors who are able to meet the health needs of society. In Iran's medical education system, there is a weakness in responding to the needs of society, and the connection between students and society has gradually weakened. The purpose of this study was to design and validate a clinical education curriculum model based on social accountability for general medicine students. Methods: A sequential exploratory mixed-method approach was used to conduct this study at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, combining qualitative and quantitative methods. The model was designed using the inductive content analysis method in the qualitative stage and validated through the descriptive-survey method in the quantitative stage. In order to collect data in the qualitative part, the method of studying previous documents, scientific texts and semi-structured interviews with experts and specialists was used, and in the quantitative part, a questionnaire prepared by the researcher was used. The model was developed using the views of 14 professors and 5 general practitioners, selected through purposive and sequential sampling until information saturation was reached. The model was validated by obtaining opinions from 15 experts using a purposeful and criteria-based method. The content validity ratio (CVR) was estimated using the Lawshe's formula. Results: In the qualitative phase, this study identified the characteristics of an ideal clinical education curriculum for a general medicine course based on a social responsibility approach. The characteristics identified were based on the four elements of Tyler's model. Based on the findings of this part of the research, the extracted codes in 114 subcategories and 13 main categories include goals: knowledge, attitude, and skills; Content: clinical sciences and skills, health sciences, behavioral sciences, social and professional ethics, communication and leadership skills, and content organization; Teaching-learning methods: educational strategies, and teaching-learning methods; Assessment methods: performance assessment in vivo, performance assessment in vitro, and essay assignments. In the quantitative phase, the designed model's components and elements underwent validation through expert agreement and received approval with a content validity ratio of CVR=0.81. Conclusion: In the proposed pattern, the clinical competencies required by general practitioners were the main focus of designing, explaining and describing curriculum elements. Also, this model is designed in such a way that it can meet the needs of society and medical students. It is suggested that medical school officials and curriculum planners use the proposed model in designing the curriculum of general medicine courses to enable medical students to respond to the needs of society.

Strategi Public Relation PT Sari Melati Kencana Dalam Mengukuhkan Brand Image Pada Pizza Hut Bengkulu

This research aims to determine the Public Relations Strategy of PT Sari Melati Kencana in strengthening the Brand Image of Pizza Hut Bengkulu. This research uses PR Strategy theory which includes operational strategy, educational persuasive approach, social responsibility approach to public relations and PR, cooperative approach, and coordinative or integrative approach. And the type of research used is qualitative research. The results of this research show that PT Sari Melati Kencana's public relations in strengthening the brand image of Pizza Hut Bengkulu depicts a holistic and integrated effort. An operational strategy that prioritizes a social approach, a persuasive and educational approach that creates educational and persuasive communication, a public relations social responsibility approach that responds quickly to complaints and maintains product quality, a cooperative approach that fosters internal and external harmonious relationships, and a coordinative or integrative approach which makes a positive contribution to increasing community support, customer loyalty and strengthening a positive image. Overall, a PR strategy that includes these aspects has succeeded in having a positive impact on the image and popularity of Pizza Hut Bengkulu, creating positive relationships with customers and strengthening their position in the culinary industry.

Corporate Voluntary Codes of Conduct for Preventing Human Trafficking through Corporate Social Responsibility Approach : An Empirical Study

This study explores the effectiveness of Corporate Voluntary Codes of Conduct(CVCC) for preventing human trafficking through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) approach. The research involved a diverse sample size of 543 participants, including corporate governance professionals, international justice authorities, human trafficking combating establishments, and non- governmental organizations (NGOs). Both descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to test hypotheses, utilizing a range of statistical methods such as, Mean, Standard Deviation, Coefficient of Variation, Skewness and Kutosis and t-test, ANOVA, Correlation, Multiple Regression, and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA ) respectively. The study utilized a 5-point Likert scale to assess 125 factors reduced to 15 combined factors out 77 factors, and 48 factors become redundant by administering data reduction technique related to preventing human trafficking, encompassing Corporate Voluntary Codes of Conduct and CSR. The findings were employed to develop a comprehensive frameworks to hold corporations accountable for human rights violations. Human Trafficking Controlling and Prevention Model. The results highlight the significance of CVCC inconjuction with CSR initiatives in addressing human trafficking issues beyond the confines of corporate codes. This research contributes to the evolving discourse on corporate responsibility and its potential impact on preventing human trafficking, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that extends beyond regulatory frameworks

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IMPACT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF PRIVATE SECTOR EDUCATION

Private-sector educational entities require strong corporate strategies. To be effective in a globally competitive world, the Corporate Social Responsibility Approach must be embraced. This research examined corporate social responsibility in the district of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and its effect on secondary schools in the private sector. Primary nature research and data were collected through a five-point Likert scale questionnaire distributed to private sector high school teachers to get the data about the impact of corporate social responsibility on organizations’ performance. The questionnaire was fielded to private sector secondary school teachers in order to get data about the impact of corporate social responsibility on the performance of secondary schools. The population of the study was 184 registered private sector secondary schools (140 boys and 44 girls) which included 900 teachers (who taught to class 10th students during the session 2017-18) in district Peshawar. A sample of 280 teachers (140 male and 140 female) in 70 private sector secondary schools (35 for boys and 35 for girls) were selected through equal allocation sampling formula. Mean, Standard Deviation and t-test were applied for analyzing the data. The Pearson’s correlation r was used to evaluate the variable effects. The result from the data indicated that all the four aspects of CSR have positive significant impact on the performance of secondary schools.

Bola Bali Maning Games Movement Activity to Physical Fitness Improvement

Elementary school children experience development in all aspects, both in terms of physical, psychological and sociological. In the field of motor skills, elementary school-age children have entered basic movement patterns and becoming skilled requires practice. They also need training for social maturity and physical fitness improvement. Games combined with the Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility (TPSR) approach can develop physical abilities, movement coordination, psychology, and social skills according to the characteristics of elementary school students. The purpose of this study was to produce a product model for learning physical fitness material for elementary school students in grades II with the TPSR approach. The research design used is Research and Development. This research was conducted in elementary schools in the Semarang City, Central Java, Indonesia. The entire population was used as a research sample of 209 students. Data collection techniques using observation. The experimental data were analyzed descriptively analytically. The results showed that the physical education development model of fitness material with the TPSR approach was carried out through the Bola Bali Maning (Back Ball Match/ BBM) games. The results of small-scale and large-scale tests for assessing attitudes, knowledge and skills in physical fitness material show that the TPSR approach has an effect on student character with a p-value for each assessment of 0.000 0.05. It can be concluded that the development of a physical education learning model for fitness with the TPSR approach through BBM games is effective in improving students' knowledge, attitudes and skills.

The Impact of Female Executives on Corporate Development from the Perspective of ESG Investment

In recent years, gender equality has increasingly become the focus of international attention. The proposition of gender equality is widely used in politics, economics, and other fields. As a new investment concept emerging in the field of global economic law in the last decade, when assessing the potential for long-term growth, environmental, social responsibility, and governance investments also consider the social and long-term value of businesses. In the process of pursuing sustainable development, environmental and social responsibility, governance investment, and the embodiment of gender equality in enterprise management and business investment are inseparable. The research topic of this paper is the impact of female executives on corporate development. This paper mainly uses data from the China Stock Market and Accounting Research Database and the State Intellectual Property Office. Through legal study and data analysis, which are the three perspectives of the environmental, social responsibility, governance, and investment approaches. Then the paper evaluated the data using the Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Score the sample data with the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and compare the final score to determine the sustainable development ability of the company. Deeply considers the role of female executives in the enterprise and the existence of female executives on investors, boards and even the entire company.

Physical education with the TPSR model: Building characters and basic manipulative movements in elementary school students

Character education is an essential aspect of education that transcends academic development. However, its implementation is frequently hindered by students' lack of social responsibility and mutual respect. Through the development of a physical education learning model based on the Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility (TPSR) approach, this study sought to address the fundamental problems inherent in the implementation of character education in schools. Using an experimental method and a pretest-posttest design with 56 elementary school students, this study employed the game Engklek to promote character development and enhance fundamental manipulative skills. The results demonstrated a positive impact on the character traits, knowledge, and abilities of the students, with increased scores at levels 1 and 2. However, there were identified limitations, such as the need for adequate facilities and the limited habituation of character characteristics in daily life due to time constraints. Overall, this research contributes to the development of a physical education learning model that enhances the character development and fundamental manipulative movements of elementary school students, whereas future research should explore alternative materials and interactive learning media to further improve physical education.

Free prior informed consent in the extractive industry: Approaches to involving Indigenous peoples in decision-making in Russia

Free prior informed consent is a principle for consulting, cooperating, and obtaining consent from Indigenous peoples through their representative institutions on matters affecting them. It is promoted by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which calls on nations to strengthen the civil, political, and economic rights of Indigenous peoples by securing their rights to land, minerals, and other natural resources. Extractive companies have been developing policies to address Indigenous peoples' concerns as part of legal compliance and voluntary actions under corporate social responsibility. The lives and cultural heritage of Indigenous peoples are continuously affected by operations of extractive industries. This is notable in the Circumpolar North, where Indigenous peoples have developed sustainable resource use practices in fragile natural environments. In this paper, we examine corporate social responsibility approaches to implementing free prior informed consent in Russia. We investigate how public and civil institutions influence the policies of extractive companies and their impact on Indigenous peoples’ self-determination and participation in decision-making.

Integral Education with Societal Extension: Factoring Social Environment to Empower Future Generations with Holistic Human Development and Social Leadership

This paper explores ways to integrate social responsibility approach to human development and analyses the feasibility of imparting social-leadership among the youth through incorporating social environment and integral teaching-learning pedagogy. The research method adopted is narrative-analytical exposition. The paper finds that co-operative rights-based approach and social responsibility approach in education can collectively create an appropriate ecosystem that can fulfill suitable developmental needs of the society and help in sustenance of development attainments.

On the global emergence of responsible leadership: purpose and social identity

Responsible leadership is a concept that links leadership, corporate social responsibility, sustainability and ethics to business performance and actions of senior executives and board members. This keynote illuminates how responsible leadership mindsets and their diverse understandings of the purpose of business are related to organizational level stakeholder engagement and corporate social responsibility approaches at the upper echelon. A first link is established between broader social movements (e.g., US Business Roundtable, Conscious Capitalism, Social Entrepreneurship movement) and the social identity of responsible leaders, thereby contributing to the discussion of the changing nature of the purpose of business. The article closes with a Q&A-session.

On the global emergence of responsible leadership: purpose and social identity

Responsible leadership is a concept that links leadership, corporate social responsibility, sustainability and ethics to business performance and actions of senior executives and board members. This keynote illuminates how responsible leadership mindsets and their diverse understandings of the purpose of business are related to organizational level stakeholder engagement and corporate social responsibility approaches at the upper echelon. A first link is established between broader social movements (e.g., US Business Roundtable, Conscious Capitalism, Social Entrepreneurship movement) and the social identity of responsible leaders, thereby contributing to the discussion of the changing nature of the purpose of business. The article closes with a Q&A session.