Social Responsibility Programs Research Articles

Efforts To Improve Alpinia Galanga Production Capability In The Prosperous Plantation Group In Red Mata Village, Banyuasin I Sub-District, Banyuasin District

This study aims to determine and analyze the improvement of alpinia galanga production capabilities in the Makmur Sejahtera Plantation Group, Merah Mata Village, Banyuasin I District, Banyuasin Regency. This program is a flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program of PT PLN Indonesia Power Merah Mata Generating Unit called Kampung Alpinia galanga, which raises the issue of community empowerment. This program aims to develop management activities, production, and distribution of Alpinia galanga agricultural products and support government programs regarding food security in the communities around PLTG Borang. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The Alpinia galanga Village program has been running since 2021 by PT PLN Indonesia Power UP Merah Mata PLTG Borang. Initial planning was carried out to determine the program's roadmap to be implemented through collaboration between PLTG Borang and the alpinia galanga Village Group. The program scheme that is run together is a long-term empowerment program. After the development of alpinia galanga agricultural commodities and the manufacture of alpinia galanga derivative products, farmers are trained to market Alpinia galanga derivatives/product branding, one of the innovations of Alpinia galanga village. PT PLN Indonesia Power UP Merah Mata PLTG Borang runs the Kampung Alpinia galanga mentoring program for residents on an ongoing basis to encourage the economy of residents, as evidenced by the increase in average income from IDR 600,000 to IDR 3,438,679, which reduces poverty by 3.33% in Merah Mata Village in 2023.

Globalisation and Regulatory Strategies: Adapting to Changes in International Business

This article examines the interrelations between globalisation, economic development, and ecological sustainability. It analyses the role of financial innovations in promoting sustainable development and focuses on strategies that help companies adapt and thrive in the face of globalisation, turning challenges into opportunities. Given the complexity of the global business environment, success on the international level depends not only on the speed of changes but also on compliance with various regulatory standards. Regulatory strategies are crucial for mitigating risks and leveraging new opportunities. Therefore, companies must have a thorough understanding of their internal processes and the external regulatory and political environment. The research suggests that the integration of advanced financial instruments and effective political strategies can optimise the impact of globalisation, fostering economic growth and ecological sustainability. It is important to maintain a balanced and objective tone when presenting research findings. The importance of further analysing mechanisms for regulating globalisation processes and developing innovative financial instruments to stimulate environmentally sustainable investments is underscored, emphasising the need for international cooperation and adaptation to climate change. The study concludes that achieving harmony between economic progress and environmental protection requires economic measures, such as carbon taxes and emission quota systems, that embody the principle of pollution responsibility. Legislative initiatives that set limits on emissions and regulate resource use, as well as voluntary initiatives such as corporate social responsibility programs and eco-production criteria, are also necessary. The range of approaches reflects different methods of implementation, levels of compulsion, and stakeholder involvement. The implementation of a particular strategy depends on the economic context, political climate, level of public awareness, and technical readiness of a given country or region.

Metaphors Describing the Gendered Organization in the Career Advancement of Women: An Integrative Review

Worldwide, gender equality remains a barrier for women seeking career advancement in corporations. Despite the globalization of corporate social responsibility programs, women have not achieved positional parity with men within the managerial hierarchy. The purpose of this integrative review was to investigate the breadth of the gendered organization literature, summarize the evidence, and inform future research about the career advancement of women in privately owned and publicly traded corporations. Twelve databases were searched between January 1990 and December 2023 for published evidence. Of the 1914 documents screened, 55 articles were included in this review. The gendered organization literature is slowly evolving as a critical area for management research even though fully developed substantive and formal theories are lacking. However, gendered organizations can be conceptualized for theoretical development as a constellation of metaphors embedded in the corporate culture. These metaphors include firewalls, glass ceilings, glass cliffs, glass escalators, labyrinths, queen bees and beehives, and sticky floors. Notably, few intervention studies were reported in the literature. Corporate social responsibility programs had a surprisingly limited impact on eliminating deep-seated structural attributes contributing to gendered organizations. Therefore, management scholars need to engage in theoretical development and research to advance a comprehensive theory of the gendered organization, and studies should investigate why the identified metaphors continue to adversely impact the career advancement of women despite the presence of corporate social responsibility programs. Finally, existing evidence needs to be translated into intervention recommendations for policymakers and corporate leaders.

Book-Tax Differences during the Crisis: Does Corporate Social Responsibility Matter?

This study investigates the intricate relationship between corporate financial strategies, encapsulated by book-tax differences (BTDs), and firms’ engagement in corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs during economic crises. Using an unbalanced panel dataset drawn from financial, annual, and sustainability reports of over 97 Indonesian non-financial firms from 2017 to 2022, this study reveals that economic crises and CSR activities positively influence total BTD and permanent differences. Notably, firms strategically leverage CSR initiatives amidst crises to enhance their corporate image and manage internal challenges like aggressive tax planning. The robustness of these findings was validated through endogeneity analysis and by examining sub-samples from industries most impacted by the pandemic. In the industries least affected by the pandemic, the direct impact of CSR on BTD was found to be negative, indicating that in the general context, the CSR programs held by these industries are largely driven by normative motives. However, when specified in the crisis context, CSR serves as a strategic buffer for these industries, which reaffirms the prevalence of CSR strategic motives during Indonesia’s pandemic challenges. The findings suggest policy implications for shareholders, regulators, and policymakers to ensure CSR transparency aligns with long-term corporate values and societal impact, incentivizing genuine CSR practices amidst economic uncertainty. Despite its contributions, the study recommends future research explore different domains of CSR and validate findings across diverse contexts to enrich the understanding of CSR’s role in corporate resilience strategies.

The Ex-Terrorist Social Reintegration Based on Community Participation Through a Corporate Social Responsibility Program

This study examines how former terrorism convicts or prisoners can be integrated into society using the company's CSR funding help strategy. The author discovers a gap in regulatory standards because the Terrorism Law solely governs measures to prevent and suppress terrorism. This research aims to provide an overview of the reform of the Terrorism Law and the social reintegration model for former convicts using an empirical research model that involves interviewing sources. The findings of this study suggest that the Terrorism Law should be amended and the BNPT reimagined as an entity dedicated to preventing terrorist attacks in Indonesia.

DAMPAK CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PT. UPC SIDRAP BAYU ENERGI TERHADAP PENINGKATAN KESEJAHTERAAN MASYARAKAT DI KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG

Community empowerment is one of the efforts made to improve community welfare. This effort can be carried out through various approaches, one of which is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a program that focuses on community and environmental empowerment as a form of social responsibility for companies located in a region. This research aims to determine the impact of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs implemented by PT UPC Sidrap Bayu Energi in improving community welfare in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. This is qualitative research with a field research approach to observe the impact of PT UPC Sidrap Bayu Energi's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program on community welfare in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The data in the research were collected through interviews with PT UPC Sidrap Bayu Energi and residents in Pabberesseng Hamlet as beneficiaries. The results of this research indicate that the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program implemented by PT UPC Sidrap Bayu Energi succeeded in achieving 85% of their goal and provided significant benefits to the community in Sidenreng Rappang Regency. CSR programs such as providing clean water, solar electricity, road repairs, playground construction, and school sanitation have contributed to improving the health, economic productivity, and quality of life of the community.

Analisis Karakteristik, Partisipasi, dan Sikap Komunitas terhadap Program CSR PT Pelindo III

This study evaluates the impact of PT Pelindo III's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program in Kampung Lawas Maspati, particularly the Taman Baca facility, on community characteristi, participation, and attitudes. Using a quantitative approach with a survey design, data was collected from 70 respondents, including demographic characteristics, participation levels, and attitudes towards the CSR program. Results show that the CSR program significantly increased community participation, with a cumulative participation rate of 78.75%. The community displayed a positive attitude towards the program, with the conative dimension reaching 36.47%, indicating a desire to engage actively. The study concludes that PT Pelindo III’s CSR program effectively enhances literacy and community empowerment and suggests further research to explore factors influencing attitudes and the long-term impacts of the program.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program Initiative of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal (IT) Banjarmasin in an Effort to Improve Welfare and Sustainable Development in the City of Banjarmasin

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program Initiative of PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal (IT) Banjarmasin in an Effort to Improve Welfare and Sustainable Development in the City of Banjarmasin

Exploring the Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) Practices of Public Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Towards the Development of Green Social Responsibility Program Model

This study explores the practices of green human resource management (GHRM) and its relationships to environmental management systems (EMS) towards the development of green social responsibility program model. The study also looked at the impact and commitment to social responsibility programs and human resource management practices of selected HEIs in the provinces of MIMAROPA Region 4-B. The ability, motivation, and opportunity (A-M-O) theory was used to explain how the factors in this study related to one another and to enhance employees’ abilities and efforts by fostering a collaborative work environment . Alternately, to consider statistical treatment of data, through analysis of variations (ANOVA), and to determine the correlation between green HRM practices and the perceived level of environmental management systems’ performance of the Romblon State University (RSU), Palawan State University (PSU), and Mindoro State University (Min SU) as higher education institutions (HEIs) in MIMAROPA Region IV-B, Pearson’s product-moment correlation (Pearson’s r) was used to identify which among the green HRM practices that predicted the environmental management performance of these selected universities that significantly correlated the relationship between Green Human Resource Management and environmental Management Practices, with p value of less than 0.05, and it is interpreted that the correlation between the two variables is significant at 0.01 level (2-tailed). It means that GHRM affects the EMS through the full mediation of HEIs environmental knowledge, thus strengthening and validating the finding of a theoretical implication in terms of ability, motivation and opportunity (A-M-O)theory.

The Effectiveness of PT. Wijaya Inti Nusantara's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program in South Palangga District, South Konawe Regency on the Quality of Life of the Community

This study aims to determine the success and effectiveness of the implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program carried out by PT. Wijaya Inti Nusantara in order to improve the quality of life of the surrounding community. This research uses a qualitative approach that focuses on qualitative descriptive methods. The informants in this study were selected by purposive sampling technique. The data in this study was obtained through interviews, observation and documentation, the data obtained was then analyzed qualitatively with an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawn. The results of this study show that the results of the study show that the implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program carried out by PT. Wijaya Inti Nusantara, South Palangga District (Mondoe Village, Pasi Village, and Wawowonua Village) both from social and environmental aspects have been successfully implemented. Meanwhile, regarding the effectiveness of the implementation of the program on the quality of life of the community in the assisted villages of PT. Wijaya Inti Nusantara has been effective, because it has succeeded in improving the socio-economic life of the community through empowerment programs sourced from Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds of PT. Wijaya Inti Nusantara. However, the implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program is also faced with several obstacles, including the availability of funds that will be used to carry out all forms of programs and the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds that are not in accordance with the substance of the use of the funds.

Customer retention strategies used by jubilee insurance in Burundi

The main purpose of this study was to assess the customer retention strategies used by Jubilee Insurance Burundi. The paper intended to answer to the following questions: what are the strategies used by Jubilee Insurance Burundi to attract customers? What are the challenges faced by Jubilee Insurance Burundi in so far as customer retention is concerned? How can Jubilee Insurance effectively increase its customer base? The results show that Jubilee Insurance Company of Burundi mainly attracts customers through sales representatives (34%) followed by advertisement (24%), Corporate social responsibility programs (18%), sales promotions (16%) and new product/service development (08%). The findings also indicate that the major challenges of customer retention at Jubilee Insurance Company Burundi are affordability of insurance services (32%), ineffective promotion (20%), competition (18%), government regulation policies (16%) and availability of trained staff. Finally, the respondents indicated that the management in insurance agencies need to employ skillful, knowledgeable and qualified marketing workforces (26%) who can effectively market the agency insurance services; they also indicated that the insurance agencies need to improve on delivery quality of insurance services (32%), adopt effective marketing strategies (24%), select efficient channel of advertisement (18%) and as well as advertise aggressively to attract more customers.

The Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 13 in “BRICS” Countries” a Scoping Review

The essence of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, ratified by all member states of the United Nations in 2015, is encapsulated in the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The present study examines the progress made in achieving UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 13 within the context of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS), employing a business and economic perspective. The research methodology employed encompassing a comprehensive review of pertinent literature as well as a meticulous analysis of relevant documentary content. Findings from the study revealed that though businesses in BRICS countries are trying to adopt the United Nations sustainable development goal 13, But there is limited effort in Brazil in the implementation of sustainable development goal 13. In Russia most companies are committed to the implementation of united nations sustainable development goal 13, but this has been constrained by sanction and the war in Ukraine. In addition, Indian companies are fulfilling their corporate social responsibilities viewed through the United Nations sustainable development goal 13. The effort on the part of Chinese companies and the government of China in implementing the United Nations sustainable development goal 13 is commendable as various corporate social responsibility programs and public education have been implemented. In the same vein South African companies have also been seen as very active in the implementation the United Nations sustainable development goal (SDG) 13 by having very important policies built around the goal. Recommendation state that it is imperative that climate change be duly addressed within the overarching vision and objectives of the BRICS businesses as well and there should be a multi-tiered collaboration among BRICS countries to expedite the realisation of the sustainable development goals 13. Equally important harmonisation between governmental bodies, non-governmental organisations, and conscientious corporate entities can be instrumental in attaining superior outcomes regarding the sustainable development goal (SDG) 13. Future studies should include and examine more companies and additional countries in terms of overall plans for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13.

Analisis Social Return on Investment (SROI) Program CSR Pemanfaatan Limbah Fly Ash dan Bottom Ash (FABA) PT PLN Nusantara Power UP Pacitan

This research presents an evaluation of the implementation of the Corporate Social Responsibility programme based on the use of Fly Ash and Bottom Ash (FABA) waste. The form of programme implementation is the use of coal combustion waste to make products such as bricks and paving blocks. The products are used in the construction of livable houses, village road casting and soil stabilisation in several areas of Pacitan Regency, East Java. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach by examining the social and economic impacts on local communities through six stages of Social Return on Investment (SROI) analysis. The measured social benefits were greater than the investment with a ratio of 2.4:1. This means that for every IDR 1 invested, IDR 2.4 benefits were realised. This shows that the programme has the potential for economic, social and environmental sustainability.

Responsible consumption trend in Generation Z and millennials its impact on SDG 12. A Peruvian case study

PurposeThis study aims to analyze the responsible consumption of Generation Z and millennials in the Latin American market, with special emphasis on the Peruvian case, to identify their differences with consumers born in 1980 and earlier and to evaluate their contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 12.Design/methodology/approachThe study was conducted on a sample of 309 persons living in Lima. After developing and validating an instrument, an online questionnaire was used to collect data. These data were analyzed descriptively and inferentially, using chi-square tests to validate the relationship between variables.FindingsThe study identifies and explains the new trend of responsible consumption among Generation Z and millennials in emerging markets, where end consumers interact with and prefer products and services from companies that demonstrate responsible behavior and offer trust. It identifies new consumption variables that go beyond the traditional ones.Research limitations/implicationsThe study reveals a trend in the responsible consumption of Generation Z and millennials in Peru. However, it is necessary to complement the study in other countries in the region, as well as to study the new generations, such as the alpha generation and their consumption patterns.Practical implicationsThe new trend of responsible consumption among Generation Z and millennials is forcing companies to implement strategies and develop corporate social responsibility programs. These companies must demonstrate ethical, environmental, socially responsible and sustainable behaviors in their daily operations to satisfy their stakeholders.Originality/valueThe study reveals a new trend in Peru, a developing country, where the market – the end consumer – is more informed and therefore demands better corporate performance from companies, including care for the environment and a contribution to society that includes a good relationship with its stakeholders.

Socio-Biodiversity Integrative of an Indonesian Oil and Gas Distribution Area as Sustainability-Driven Implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility

Indonesia, a country rich in natural and human resources, has significant potential for inclusive and sustainable development. The implementation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs is a key strategy for oil and gas companies to promote community development through sustainable social-biodiversity initiatives. The regulation of CSR programs under Law No. 40 of 2007, or the Social and Environmental Responsibility Law (TJSL), provides the foundation for companies to commit to socio-biodiversity principles in their CSR efforts. PT Pertamina Patra Niaga FT Lomanis, an oil and gas extraction company, has implemented its CSR commitments in accordance with the TJSL Law, using the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a reference for sustainable CSR programs. The methodology of this study includes reporting on community empowerment activities and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data collected during the program's implementation. The findings highlight PT Pertamina Patra Niaga FT Lomanis's commitment to implementing social programs in 2022-2023, including the environmental and social impacts achieved. The overall programs are analyzed in a matrix alignment with the SDGs through the Metadata Development Pillar of Bappenas in the RPJMN 2020-2024. In summary, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga FT Lomanis conducted the Emas Komang program (a community empowerment program based on mangrove ecosystem management) which resulted in social impacts such as increased income for SMEs processing mangroves and the sale of mangrove seedlings, ranging from 4-8 million Rupiah and 12-25 million Rupiah, respectively. Additionally, the program had environmental impacts, including increased mangrove density. The socio-biodiversity CSR program through Emas Komang contributed to the achievement of SDGs points 2, point 8, and point 15, reflecting sustainability goals for 2022-2023.

Stakeholders Alignment in CSR Implementation in Southeast Asian Agro-industry

This article focuses on the broader misalignment of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs by multi-national corporations in Southeast Asia, particularly in the agricultural sector. It explains the likely causes of such impact through the lens of the Stakeholder Theory. The paper aims to illustrate how corporations present and strategize their CSR initiatives, emphasizing that the proposed solutions may only sometimes align with the actual needs of the recipients. Using Freeman's perspective/ This paper argues that an intrinsic disparity exists between the intentions and execution of CSR programs, particularly those initiated by multi-national companies, and the divergence of expectations between corporations acting as implementers and the recipients of these programs. Despite the clear articulation of these requests by most affected locals, multi-national corporations often need help to meet these demands. As a result, the lack of accessible information and limited consumer literacy, coupled with political and commercial branding by ASEAN, creates a conducive environment for CSR misalignments.Keywords: CSR; Southeast Asia; agriculture; stakeholder theory

CSR research in the hotel industry: how it relates to promoting the SDGs

PurposeResearch suggests the hotel industry has grown to integrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs towards addressing issues relating to the sustainable development goals (SDGs). Nevertheless, how the progression of research has influenced the field of CSR and the SDGs remains unexplored. This paper aims to address the knowledge gap.Design/methodology/approachThe research is based on a review of 230 papers from Scopus Indexed Journals – both mainstream and specialty. A content analysis was conducted to identify the major themes and the evolution of CSR research in the hotel industry.FindingsRecent CSR research has tended to shift towards issues such as CSR communication and reporting from its earlier focus on the perceptions and practices of CSR. The SDGs, in general, and environmental sustainability, in particular, remain on the periphery of hotel industry’s CSR initiatives. This raises concern about the ability of CSR programs to facilitate the SDGs by 2030. This study highlights that both stakeholders (e.g. consumers, employees) and business forces (e.g. financial bottom line) can shape the hotel industry’s CSR strategies in contributing to the SDGs and greater sustainability.Originality/valueThe research advances the CSR and sustainability literature by undertaking a comprehensive review of business research on CSR in the hotel industry focusing on the SDGs, and advancing and facilitating discussion on existing knowledge in this field and how the field can be further developed.

Implementasi Program Corporate Social Responsibility Dibidang Sosial Perusahaan (Studi Kasus Pada PT. Sawit Sumbermas Sarana Tbk. (SMSS))

This writing aims to find out the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs carried out by PT Sawit Sumbermas Sarana in the social sector. PT Sawit Sumbermas Sarana has implemented various CSR programs for community aspects in order to improve the welfare and quality of life of the people around the company. PT Sawit Sumbermas Sarana has implemented various CSR programs for community aspects in order to improve the welfare and quality of life of the people around the company. PT Sawit Sumbermas Sarana has implemented various CSR programs for community aspects in order to improve the welfare and quality of life of the people around the company.

Collaborative Governance in Accelerating Stunting Reduction through Corporate Social Responsibility

This research aims to explore collaborative governance in accelerating the reduction of stunting through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs in Warakas Village, North Jakarta. The Ketapang Kuning program, a CSR initiative, successfully reduced the stunting rate from 19.3% to 12% in 2022. This study employs a qualitative approach with data collection techniques that include field studies and literature reviews. The results indicate that collaboration between the private sector, government, and community is crucial in addressing stunting issues. Key factors supporting the success of this program include power-resource-knowledge asymmetries such as knowledge, managerial capabilities, and financial resources from the business sector, as well as incentives to participate in the form of internal and external motivations like rewards, and collective facilitative leadership and transparency. The discussion of this research emphasizes the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in reducing stunting and how effective collaboration between various parties can produce significant impacts. The collaboration between the government and the private sector, as demonstrated by PT. PLN IP Priok PGU, serves as a concrete example of how human resources and available funds can be optimally utilized to achieve common goals in stunting reduction.

A Self-Study of a Teaching Personal and Social Responsibility Program Coordinator

Purpose: The teaching personal and social responsibility model has been incorporated into out of school time programming globally, but there is limited research focused on how practitioners learn to use the model. Guided by occupational socialization theory, the authors used self-study to understand the experiences of a doctoral student as she developed and implemented a teaching personal and social responsibility-based program in an elementary after-school program. Method: Data were collected through reflective journaling and critical friend discussions. Results: Qualitative data analysis resulted in three turning points: (a) a planted seed needs light and rain, (b) an emerging bud with growing roots, and (c) rising in full bloom. High frustration was present at the start, but she grew to fully enjoy and utilize the model. Discussion/Conclusion: Self-study played a role in her ability to continue learning and growing. These findings reinforce the challenging but rewarding process of implementing novel instructional approaches.