Being a good corporate citizen is essential for any organisation in order to enhance brand value. Therefore Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) demonstrates that an organisation cares. In this thematic area we provide articles focused on how organisations can engage communities, make an impact and show responsibility. Articles are meant to demystify CSR and differentiate it from “Greenwashing”. The thematic section analyses success stories of CSR and lessons learnt from communities interaction with corporates.
Corporate Social and responsibility – What’s in it for business?
“It’s not the strongest species that survives, nor the most intelligent, but the most responsive to change”, said Charles Darwin. Business leaders must understand that we are now living in an environment that is ever changing. Cultures are changing and the way of work is...
Greening the Boardroom – Why CEOs must care for the environment
Everyone wants to be a leader, but no one wants to be a captain of a wrecked ship. It is important that one leaves a positive mark and set a trend that other leaders might want to emulate. This is the time for that, as...
An Overview of Corporate and Social Responsibility
Today’s business organizations whether large or small are expected to exhibit ethical behaviour and moral management. No corporations can operate only with traditional economic role. Now, not only are firms expected to be virtuous; they are being called to practice “social responsibility” or “corporate citizenship”...
EDIBLE COFFEE CUPS BEGIN TO BE USED BY MANCHESTER CITY FOOTBALL CLUB
Sustainability transcends the boundaries of human imagination and lies deeper into unfamiliar sectors. At football stadiums, the issue of waste is endemic. Plastic and other non-biodegradable materials have been causing serious pollution in the world. Manchester City Football Club is dealing with issues of plastic...
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programmes – Beyond Greenwashing
Going green is a mantra that has gripped many corporates in all sectors of the economy. Furthermore, corporate citizenship has taken companies by storm. This has resulted in many companies implementing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programmes. An assortment of CSR programmes are being implemented by...
