Published on November 15, 2023, 3:40 p.m. by Kat Weir. In a world of increasing social awareness and activism, the role of businesses in society has evolved beyond simply generating profits. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a central value for organizations, reflecting a broader commitment to
Published on April 20, 2022, at 5:03 p.m. by Sydney Miner. When deciding where to shop, many people choose companies that practice corporate social responsibility. By giving back to their communities, these brands develop authenticity and build trust with their publics. Brands such as State Bags and Sackcloth & Ashes give
Published on November 18, 2021 at 12:10 p.m. by Gabrielle Jolly. The topic of corporate social responsibility (CSR) has grown significantly over the past decade, with 77% of consumers now looking to buy from companies that “make the world a better place.” When most people think of
Published on November 4, 2020, at 10:05 p.m. by Bailey Broughton. In response to the tragic murders of Black Americans such as George Floyd and Breonna Taylor at the hands of law enforcement, brands throughout the world vocalized their support of the Black Lives Matter
Published on February 25, 2020, at 7:22 p.m. by Faith Saucier. Brands: They’re product innovators, customer service experts, competent doers and, now, catalysts for change. Today, they are expected to take a stand, to make a difference, to be positive players in society. Corporations are
Published on October 11, 2019, at 1:30 p.m. by Zoie Mestayer. Celebrity endorsements are everywhere. Athletes pose on cereal boxes, pop stars are photographed wearing a certain brand of clothing, and famous actors appear on television ads in support of a candidate running for public
Published on February 18, 2019, at 4:35 p.m. by Julia Landon. When it comes to corporate social responsibility, people mainly think about companies like Starbucks, which purchases “responsibly grown and fair trade” coffee, or Adidas, which consistently works with Parley for the Ocean. What most
Published on October 15, 2018, at 10:30 p.m. by Anna Claire Toxey. During a time when it is becoming increasingly important for companies to please customers, employees and communities, more focus is placed on corporate social responsibility than ever before. While some companies are publicly
Published on April 26, 2018, at 7:23 p.m. by Colin Wylie. Want to go to sleep each night with a sense of satisfaction? Try CSR. Corporate social responsibility, corporate citizenship, sustainability, corporate accountability — whatever you want to call it, corporate responsibility is a trending
Published on October 16, 2017, at 3:33 p.m. by Hope Todd. One Tuesday evening, I sat down in a little booth in a cozy tavern in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Across from me, my boyfriend was perusing the menu. Date night. I didn’t need a menu, however.
