2.
political security and absence of violence and terrorism
> political security –
3. government effectiveness – proper implementation of citizen’s charter, administrative services
4. Rule of Law – not only limited of government laws but also statutes, juris prudence that are
detrimental to the state of public
5. Regulatory Quality – e.g BIR (a regulatory body with adjudicative (have cases) functions). Does it
adhere to their expected function in the society and government
6. Control of Corruption
POLITICAL MEASURES – help achieve good governance
1. Enforcement of laws and regulations
2. Citizen’s participation – w/o oppression and discrimination
3. Anti-corruption policy
4. Good regulation
5. Regional integration – linkages with other municipalities, regions, nations to the community we
belong. Be able to see policies in other orgs that you may adopt
CIVIL SOCIETY
Consists of:
1. Local group – religious, labor union, sports
2. Specialized orgs –
Key Features:
1. Separation from state and market – have their own regulations and leadership
2. Formed by people who have common needs, interest, and values
3. Linkages – expand their mindset and through connections
How it promote GG:
1. Policiy and advocacy
2. Regulation and monitoring of state performance and action and behavior of public officials
3. Build social capital and enabling citizens identify and articulate their values, beliefs, civic norms
RULE OF LAW
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Social Responsibility Defined
(maam Valerie)
Stakeholder engagement
Types: 1. Internal 2. External
Types of SR.
1. Environmental – renewable energy
2. Economic – choices that support financially stability of economy (taxes, community devt, jobs)
3. Ethical – fair honest practices (fair wages, safe working condition, human rights)
4. Philanthropic – giving back to the society in charitable acts
Global Nature of SR
1. Globalization – business is not confined in their home countries, expansion challenges (new
culture, consumer expectations)
2. Universal standards – UN’s SDGs
3. Stakeholder expectations – centered in transparency, corporate leadership (e.g. Unilever-reduce
environmental impact, report their sustainability goals)
4. Cultural Sensitivity – (e.g starbucks in Muslim countries, separtation of services to men and
women, halal food and drinks)
5. Collaborative Efforts – sharing best practices
6. Regulatory Pressures – Influences/requirements for business cause by laws (e.g. penalty, fines)
7. Technology and communication –
Benefits of SR
1. Enhance reputation –
2. Attraction of Talents – motivate and retain employees, attract new employees (like younger
generation)
3. Financial performance – ability to generate revenue and manage finances
4. Risk management – help reduce exposure to various business risks (e.g. legal, reputation)
Framework for Studying SR
Key concepts:
1. Conceptual foundations – theoretical
a. Stakeholder Theory –
b. Triple Bottom Line – measure success also in their impact to environment and society
Issues & Challenges in CSR
1. Lack of standardization – no universal standards to compare performances
2. Greenwashing – when company makes false screen to appear more sustainable than they’re
really are (e.g. advertising eco-friendly product when materials used are not)
3. Stakeholder expecations –
4. Short term focuses – CSRs are often long-term project
5. Resource Allocation – costly (esp. to small or medium sized company)
6. Culture differences –
7. Regulatory compliance –
8. Impact measurement –
9. Employee engagement –
Major Emphasis of SR
1. Social issues
2. Consumer protection
3. Sustainability
4. Corporate governance
5. Philanthropy
6. Legal responsibilities
7. Employee well-being
Focus of SR = ESG – environmental, social, governance
SR Requirements:
1. Financial viability –
2. Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Ethics, Principles, and Values
4. Philanthropic Activities
DISCLOSURE – Being open and transoarent in their activities and impact in the company and society
ANNUAL GEN. MEETING –
Key features:
1. Transparency – review company’s financial performance and results, strategic plans,a dn goals
2. Shareholder involvement –
GLOBAL csr PERSPECTIVE
Sir Erwin Serna
Economic respo – towards economic development like job opportunity
KEYS pRINCIPLE
Sustainability devt – alighned to envi devt, economic growth, social equity
Ethical conduct – transparency, fairness, integrity
Philanthropy & social investment – invest in community projects
WHY IMPORTANT?
Social impact – through addressing social and envi issues,
Employee morale – emp satisfaction and loyalty, attract talent, good working environment
Risk mngt – mitigate potential risk, avoid negative consequences, like legal or reputational risk
Innov & compeotitive advantage –
Stakeholder relationships – customer, regulators, community, built trust and beneficial and mutual
benefit
GLOBAL TRENDS OF CSR
Increased transparency and accountability – adapt SGD goals, critical reporting like standardized
framework like GRI standard (e.g. unilever)
Community centric decision making – encourage to engage with local communities in their opinions and
needs (like surveys)
Integration of techno and AI – secure data management, predict donation trends, resource allocation,
communication
DE&I Inclusion – form partnership with diverse communities, inclusive practices (e.g. salesforce partner
with, extensive training in DE&I)
Enhance Employee engagement – charity, pro-bono services, tree planting, red cross, fire truck
volunteers
LT Ipnace sustainability – address systematic challenges like education (scholarship), envi sustainability,
community devt
Regulatory compliance changes – require improvements and align
Note: PYRAMID OF CSR (BY caROOL, 1991)
CSR IN PHILIPPINES
Danica Querubin
1. Envi sustainability – sm prime holding (econfriendly mall, waste segregation)
2. Educ and capacity building - Jollibee (lusog busog talion – food feeding)
3. Disaster Response – tulong kapatid program (pldt), globe digital literacy, and charging port
during clamaity
4. Healthcare initiaves – community helath programs
Project NOAH
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