Enacting Social Responsibility Practical Experiences

This book explores the pervasive nature of socially responsible behavior, which has evolved beyond Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to become an integral part of all organizational activities and investments. It presents how socially responsible decision-making is now embedded within the core operations of organizations globally. Despite the widespread recognition of its importance, there remains a significant gap in understanding the practical effects of such behavior. This book aims to bridge that gap by providing a comprehensive analysis of the real-world impacts of social responsibility.

Taking a global perspective, the book investigates the practical outcomes of socially responsible actions across various countries and sectors. It explores how organizations worldwide implement and benefit from these practices, offering a rich tapestry of observations and insights. By examining a diverse range of fields, the book presents a holistic view of the effects of socially responsible behavior, highlighting both successes and challenges.

Through its detailed analysis and global scope, this book offers valuable contributions to the ongoing discourse on social responsibility. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of how socially responsible practices are applied in different contexts and their tangible impacts. Whether you are a scholar, practitioner, or policymaker, this book serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the practical implications of social responsibility in today’s interconnected world.

.- Table of Contents

.- Part 1 Managing towards sustainability

.- Chapter 1

.- From Economic Value to Sustainable Value: A Journey of Transition in the Context of Business Sustainability

.- Shinu Vig & Tavishi Tewary

.- Chapter 2

.- Sanitizing environmentally sustainable practices: A paradigm shift for the residential construction sector

.- Koorosh Gharehbaghi, Alex Alderton, Ken Farnes and Kong Fah Tee

.- Chapter 3

.- Individual, collective and human resource management strategies to overcome discrimination in the work environment: study at unesum, ecuador

.- María José Moreira Loor & Mariana Lima Bandeira

.- Chapter 4

.- First Nations Leadership Philosophies: A Systematic Review of Recent Academic Literature

.- Chrystie Watson, Ellie Norris & Emmanuel Tenakwah

.- Chapter 5

.- Burnout: The Case of Operating Room Nurses

.- Maria João Santos & Alina Semenyaka

.- Chapter 6

.- Corporate social responsibility and sustainability: new challenges for the private banking system in Ecuador

.- Grace Natalie Tamayo Galarza, Po Chun Lee & Ivan Alejandro Rueda Fierro

.- Part 2 CSR in action

.- Chapter 7

.- The Adoption of Corporate Social Responsibility Practices in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises: A Literature Review

.- Luis Eduardo Solis Granda & Carlos Roberto Ochoa Gonzalez

.- Chapter 8

.- Social Quotient Unleashed: Proactive Strategies for Enhancing Corporate Social Investment's Societal Impact in South Africa

.- Neville Mangwiro & Bhekinkosi Moyo

.- Chapter 9

,- Good Environmental Practices in Educational Institutions in the Face of the Global Climate Emergency

.- Yoskira N. Cordero de Jiménez, Marisela Giraldo de López & Héctor J.  Jiménez Camargo

.- Chapter 10

.- Beyond 'Greening the Boardroom: Linkages between Gender Parity and Corporate Environmental Sustainability

.- Victor Ediagbonya & Temitope Omotola Odusanya

.- Chapter 11

.- Exploring Accountability in University Governance: A Case Study of Virtual Education at Manabí Technical University

.- Silvia Maluk Urigüen, Omar Maluk Salem & Jaime Meza Hormaza

.- Chapter 12

.- Have we reached Halfway? Measuring the Progress made towards Affordable & Clean Energy in India through Renewable Power

.- Shukrant Jagotra.