SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
WHY SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Across the globe, enterprises and their stakeholders are increasingly aware of the necessity and advantages of acting responsibly. Social responsibility aims to support sustainable development, ensuring that businesses positively contribute to society while minimizing harm. A company’s ability to sustain effective operations now depends significantly on its impact on the social and environmental landscape where it operates. Measuring overall effectiveness includes evaluating the company’s social impact and environmental footprint.
This awareness reflects an understanding of the need for sound governance, healthy ecosystems, and social equity. The operations of all businesses ultimately depend on the well-being of global ecosystems and the support of stakeholders, who are now more actively monitoring organizational actions.
Principles of Social Responsibility According to ISO 26000:
1. Accountability
An organization should be accountable for its impacts on society, the economy, and the environment, taking responsibility for the consequences of its actions.
2. Transparency
An organization should be transparent in its decisions and activities that affect society and the environment, providing clear and accurate information to stakeholders.
3. Ethical Behavior
An organization should act ethically, based on values such as honesty, fairness, and integrity. This implies respect for people, animals, and the environment and a commitment to consider stakeholder interests in decision-making.
4. Respect for Stakeholder Interests
An organization should respect and consider the interests of all stakeholders, responding to their concerns in a balanced and fair manner.
5. Respect for the Rule of Law
An organization should acknowledge that adherence to the rule of law is fundamental, complying with applicable laws and regulations.
6. Respect for International Norms of Behavior
An organization should respect international norms of behavior, especially in regions where legal frameworks may be less stringent, while still adhering to the rule of law.
7. Respect for Human Rights
An organization should respect human rights, acknowledging their importance and universality, and ensuring their actions do not infringe upon these rights.
In embracing these principles, organizations not only contribute to a sustainable future but also strengthen their reputation, build trust among stakeholders, and enhance long-term resilience and success.
Training at ACS Canada
ACS employs accelerated learning methods to ensure a comprehensive grasp of all certificates. Our approach involves contextualizing your learning through a wide array of options, including classroom instruction, workshops, as well as interactive and online sessions.
Unfortunately, there are no courses available for this certificate in our current calendar. However, please feel free to reach out to us for updates and to explore potential future offerings for the course.
