Social Responsibility: Range of Perspectives Per Topics and Countries

Social Responsibility: Range of Perspectives Per Topics and Countries
Author: Matjaz Mulej
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2015-04-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1681080400

Current global economic crises call for social responsibility to replace neo-liberalistic, one-sided and short-term criteria causing monopolies of global enterprises. Humanity’s existence is endangered under the threat of global capitalism, unless the positive concept ‘everyone’s social responsibility impacts everyone in society’ becomes the basis of the new socio-economic order. This concept must be realized together with related concepts of ‘interdependence’ and ‘holism,’ embodying the principles of accountability, transparency, ethical behavior, and respect for stakeholders--to support the rule of law, international norms, and human rights. Range of Perspectives Per Topics and Countries brings forth discussions from researchers from different countries. The contents of this volume include discussions related to community involvement, disaster response and disease epidemics, among other topics. The volume also includes studies on social responsibility standards in a Mexican city as well as a discussion of social responsibility in BIRCS countries.

Balancing Human Rights, Social Responsibility, and Digital Ethics

Balancing Human Rights, Social Responsibility, and Digital Ethics
Author: Pucelj, Maja
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2024-08-05
Genre: Political Science
ISBN:

The relentless march of technology has given rise to a host of ethical dilemmas, challenging established notions of privacy, human rights, and societal obligations. The increasing ubiquity of artificial intelligence (AI) has heightened concerns regarding its ethical use, data protection, and the deepening digital divide. The enactment of the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act and the OECD's AI recommendations underscores the critical need to address these complex issues, highlighting the urgency of understanding the ethical implications of digital technologies. Balancing Human Rights, Social Responsibility, and Digital Ethics offers a compelling solution to these issues by exploring the moral implications of AI, data privacy, and digital access. This book provides a holistic framework for addressing the ethical complexities of the digital era. Through practical insights on the alignment of technological advancements with human rights and social responsibility, it guides academics, policymakers, and technology professionals seeking to navigate the ethical implications of digital technologies.

Media Trust in a Digital World

Media Trust in a Digital World
Author: Thomas Osburg
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2019-11-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3030307743

This book examines the shifting role of media trust in a digital world, and critically analyzes how news and stories are created, distributed and consumed. Emphasis is placed on the current challenges and possible solutions to regain trust and restore credibility. The book reveals the role of trust in communication, in society and in media, and subsequently addresses media at the crossroads, as evinced by phenomena like gatekeepers, echo chambers and fake news. The following chapters explore truth and trust in journalism, the role of algorithms and robots in media, and the relation between social media and individual trust. The book then presents case studies highlighting how media creates trust in the contexts of: brands and businesses, politics and non-governmental organizations, science and education. In closing, it discusses the road ahead, with a focus on users, writers, platforms and communication in general, and on media competency, skills and education in particular.

Corporate Social Responsibility in the Manufacturing and Services Sectors

Corporate Social Responsibility in the Manufacturing and Services Sectors
Author: Paulina Golinska-Dawson
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2018-11-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642338518

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an important element in creating competitive advantages for enterprises in different sectors. The authors guide readers through the different cases studies in order to present the benchmarking of international standards and CSR initiatives, as well as CSR performance evaluation practices. This book aims to identify current problems that can arise during CSR implementation in manufacturing and services companies. Moreover some best practice examples suitable for the introduction of CSR in the small and medium size companies will be described. The authors show how different stakeholders can benefit from sustainable resource management and pro-social behaviors. This book will be a valuable resource for both academics and practitioners who want to deepen their knowledge of CSR. This scientific monograph has been doubled blind reviewed.

The Law and Practice on Disaster Issues

The Law and Practice on Disaster Issues
Author: Bamgbose, Oluyemisi A.
Publisher: Safari Books Ltd
Total Pages: 468
Release: 2018-02-20
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9785544826

The Law and Practice on Disaster Issues is the first and major publication in Nigeria to present legal materials from diverse fields of Law in a single value on disaster issues. The contributors are from universities in Nigeria, the UK and South Africa. The book contains fourteen chapters covering areas such as Disaster and International Law and law in Nigeria; Rights of Children in Disaster Management; Protecting Reproductive and Sexual Health Rights; Dealing with Corporate Failures in Times of Economic Crisis; Disability and Disaster Management; The Tort of Cattle Trespass in Nigeria; Averting a Looming Disaster; and Resettlement in Disaster Affected Areas.

Passion killers: The art of passion killing in the age of stress and anxiety

Passion killers: The art of passion killing in the age of stress and anxiety
Author: Phillip Walden Bowen
Publisher: Vernon Press
Total Pages: 518
Release: 2021-09-07
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1648893171

There is growing pressure and stress placed on organisations to fight for customers and service/product placement in an increasingly competitive global marketplace. It has, therefore, never been more important to get the best out of the workforce. To achieve this, the role of the leader can be a fundamental factor in organisational success or failure. Leaders need to have the requisite skills to reflect the demands placed upon them in the 21st century. There are the “accidental managers” who just drop into the role of leadership and others who may develop skills and knowledge in readiness for a leadership role. There are also those who may have the innate ability to lead. Within the mix are those who are characterised by traits associated with the “dark triad” or who may use “pathocratic influence” on others to conform, reinforcing values (or lack of values) associated with toxic leadership. They create damage and harm. They become “passion killers”. The result can lead to a “pathocracy”. This book discusses the role emotional intelligence plays in helping people deal with stressful and challenging experiences, suggesting different ways to cope. The author reflects on the values that are integral to the success or failure of an organisation. “Passion” is identified as an added value that can differentiate one organisation from another. If passion is harmed, it can affect motivation, creativity, output, performance, and productivity. Therefore, this book provides the reader with examples of “passion killing” while making suggestions as to factors that can be adopted to engage and encourage passion. Conclusions are drawn and recommendations made to support those faced with “passion killers”. This book is aimed at those of all ages and educational backgrounds interested in developing their leadership knowledge and skills. It is also aimed at those interested in learning more about differences in personality, emotional intelligence, stress, coping, values, and the importance of understanding the impact of “passion killers”.

New Perspectives on Corporate Social Responsibility

New Perspectives on Corporate Social Responsibility
Author: Linda O'Riordan
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 636
Release: 2015-04-14
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3658067942

Providing a timely contribution to the ongoing questions surrounding topics which are by definition subject to varying stakeholder interpretations, this book addresses “the missing link” between theoretical CSR concepts and everyday management practice. It acts as a guide to awaken managers to the advantages of adopting a CSR “mindset” when developing sustainable business strategies. The book consists of three parts: 1) A theoretical realm which establishes the key concepts and rationale for the adoption of a sustainable CSR approach, 2) A practical realm which addresses putting CSR and sustainability into business practice, 3) An educational realm which proposes how to incorporate the concepts into teaching and training.

Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry

Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry
Author: Michael Murray
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2013-01-11
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1134233000

The construction process, right through from planning and design to use and demolition, has a major impact on society. Traditionally, concern has been focused on its environmental impact and the quest for sustainability, but this has now extended into the wider remit of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Essentially, this means that businesses must act (voluntarily) in a socially ethical manner by developing a policy that encompasses the core principles enshrined by CSR. A unique presentation on a topic of emerging importance, Corporate Social Responsibility in the Construction Industry is essential reading for all built environment undergraduate and post-graduate courses, as well as CEOs and senior managers within construction businesses who may be about to embark on developing a CSR strategy.

Professionals ́ Perspectives of Corporate Social Responsibility

Professionals ́ Perspectives of Corporate Social Responsibility
Author: Samuel O Idowu
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2009-10-21
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3642026303

Since the general acceptance of the field of corporate social responsibility worldwide, corporate entities and those who act for them either as executives or "ordinary" employees are expected to be socially responsible. Being socially responsible has a number of quantifiable and unquantifiable benefits for the entity and its stakeholders. It improves the entity’s bottom line results, protects jobs, and is also better for the environment. As such, it makes good sense for professionals and those that they interact with as colleagues, suppliers of goods and services, lenders etc to want to take the issue of CSR seriously. This perhaps explains why this book has chosen to explore how 19 professions across the world have integrated and continue to impress upon their staff the importance of CSR in their operational activities. We are constantly reminded that our world’s natural resources are exhaustible; we can therefore no longer live for today alone if we do not want to cause substantial problems for future generations.