Research Korner: Social Responsibility

Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. Each Leaders Changing Perspective

I.      Introduction Contemporary ideologies often regard the need of change in order for development to actually take place. However established norms and traditions often negate the occurrence of these elements, particularly because it poses as a threat to its existence. This has been the case in the African-American plight for civil liberties decades ago. Though there is still room for improvement, the rights of minority groups have considerably handed to them after these agents of change have done their part. In a certain level, their calls for change in the social order was not only limited to the national issues that they are encountering at their period. Malcolm X and King eventually took on positions advocating change in the international arena. Regrettably their deaths have brought their fight in a permanent hiatus. In any case, their ideologies and achievements for the civil rights movement will stay entrenched in American consciousness decades later. This paper will look on the ideologies of the two agents of social change as they take on issues of international level.            II.   Beyond Civil Rights: Malcolm X and King The civil right movement of the African-American people in half a century ago has made icons on individuals like the charismatic Martin Luther King Jr. and the enigmatic Malcolm X. On their way to changing the pre-existing culture in US, they have tackled means of addressing oppression through their works and orations in the public. On such terms, both have addressed the role of the American leadership in addressing the social issues on both national and international landscapes.   In the case of Malcolm X, he has provided the ideology of “ballot or the bullet.” On this condition, the struggle highlighted a nationalist stand by improving the political system. To this end, his claims indicate the empowerment of the voting public in determining who will rise in office. Though it is often initially seen as an indication of fighting oppressive forces in the political system, the perspective of Malcolm X manifest its practicability in these modern times. People who hold the seat of power in the American setting have considerable influence not only on national issues but also how the leader of the free world will address its foreign policies. The ballot, as Malcom X have noted, possess as much power as that of the bullet. Superficially, it appears that Malcolm X condones violence in order to instill change; nevertheless a closer look will provide that the use of violent means is only an option, one of the alternatives and not the sole course of action.   In the case of Martin Luther King Jr. his speech regarding one of the most pressing issues in the nation at that period, the Vietnam War has influenced modern thinking on the opposition in armed conflicts. In the same manner, the speech claims not only the issues of the young American men shoved head-first into the battlefield, but also the responsibility of the United States as a powerful nation to the rest of the world. King claimed that “the world now demands a maturity of America” not only in the essence of economic superiority but also in knowing the implications of political decisions internationally. The core of the speech greatly regards the moral side of the actions of the US government at that time. In the eyes of King, change is not only needed but also indispensable. Moreover, a sense of urgency could be taken to mean in the context of the speech of King who is particularly worried of the imminent spiraling down of the morals of American society with a huge assistance from the leaders of the country.                III.Conclusion The stand of both Malcolm X and King has contributed greatly on modern American philosophy. It highlights both the need for the American leadership to exercise a more judicious way of developing policies those particularly affecting the national and foreign landscape. Both have seen the capability of the American nation to be mighty over and above the other countries in the world. With such power, considerable degree of conscientiousness is required. Malcolm X and King gave emphasis on the power of the people to influence those in the seat of power. Malcolm X claimed the use of the electoral process and justified violence as a means to influence the government while King claimed the use of civil disobedience. In either way, the people is given means where their voices could be heard.

Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. Each Leaders Changing Perspective

I. Introduction Contemporary ideologies often regard the need of change in order for development to actually take place. However est...

Thesis Chapter 5: Business Social Responsibility: Altruism or Good Business?

CHAPTER 5   SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS     The focus of this study is to determine the significant endeavor in promoting small businesses by exposing the biases towards large-scale corporations in terms of social responsibility. Data collected from the different sets of respondents provided answers to the queries of the researcher. It has utilized the descriptive type of research, which was conducted through observation and using survey questionnaires as tools for measurement. Concurrently, the study employed both qualitative and quantitative research methods to ensure a flexible and iterative approach. During data gathering the choice and design of methods are constantly modified, based on ongoing analysis. This allows investigation of important new issues and questions as they arise, and allows the investigators to drop unproductive areas of research from the original research plan. The researcher also uses percentage analysis, the mean and median analysis, correlation and regression statistic to evaluate the collated data. A number of small business practitioners, workers and consumers was surveyed and interviewed as to the realm of this study. They are sent questionnaires pertaining to the topic. Their cooperation was fervently sought after. A descriptive analysis (with strictest confidence given to financial aspect) of its organization was undertaken, form the organizational structure down the most intricate detail permitted. The object is to find out the exact nature of small business social responsibility and its impact on the community and the business itself.   SUMMARY Part 1. Profile of the respondents   The researcher conducted the study in order to determine the views of the respondents about social responsibility. Moreover, the researcher also provide a general description of the respondents, which are divided into four categories i.e. business owners, employees, minority owned and white male owned particularly in their sexual category or gender, race and educational attainment. The population of business owner respondents is composed of 58% male respondents and 42% female respondents. This shows a virtually equal footing in terms of representation of gender regarding to the subject of the study. 65% of the 23 employees respondents are dominated male. Only 35% of it are comprises of female employees. The male respondents outnumber the female respondents by approximately 50%; this data provides a glimpse of the aggregate size of women in the workforce of the company. According to the study, 100% of population of minority owned group is composed of female respondents while 100% of white owned group are male. This shows a virtually equal footing in terms of representation of gender regarding the social responsibility in the job.             The number of the male respondents (62%) is double that of the female (38%) with the total of 79 for male and 48 for female. The dominated gender among the respondents is male. Based on the statistical analysis, almost three-fourths of the population is composed of male respondents while 38% are females. The race of the race of the respondents, are divided into several groups i.e. White, Black, Latino and Asian. The study shows the great dominance of the White respondents in terms of their connection to business. Based on the collated responses, 98% of the respondents are white races.             The diversity of the population is further asserted when the respondents were asked regarding their range of gross annual income. Apparently, a huge part of the population (28.40%) has been in the range of $201,000-$300,000. This data illustrate average income of the business owners thus the responses of the employee pertaining to this matter has been excluded. There are only 22.22% of the respondents are earning above $500,000. According to the survey, the total number of employees in the business doesn’t have any effect when it comes to their vision in social relation. As a summary, 27% of the respondents said that they have three-five employees, 28% for five-ten, 13% for ten-fifteen, 8% for fifteen-twenty, 13% for twenty above and 11% for one-two employees. 57.14% of the respondents say that service business is easiest type of business to have a great income. 29.79% of the respondents are involved in the retail business. Lastly, only 16.07% of the respondents are in manufacturing business since the capital for this kind of business is quite big.    Part 2. Perception of the Respondents             According to the most business owners, there is no difference in social relation of small compared to big business. 52.63% of the business owner respondents believe that there is no difference in social relation whether they owned a big or small business. They also accept that small businesses fulfill their social relation because they only have limited area to manage. The 81.58% of the respondents agreed on this statement. Based on the results, most of the business owners believe that the most important factor in terms of social relation is their relationship to the costumer or costumer relation i.e. the mean score is 9.74. Followed by ethics (9.71), product quality (9.62) and equal opportunity (9.27) among the employees.             On the other hand, big businesses cannot fulfill their social relation because of the broader area to control according to the 36.84% of the respondents according to the employees.  Most of the employees (52.63%) agreed that their company doesn’t have a formal policy. For the turnover rate, most of the employees said that the rate is not that high. The table shows that 55.26% of the employee respondents believe that there is no high turnover rate for the past year and 44.74% of them believe that there is no high turnover rate for the past 5 years. The researcher also tries to understand and determine the perception of the minority owners and white male owners regarding to their views about social relations. According to the minority owners, they accept that small businesses fulfill their social relation because they only have limited area to manage. The 50.00% of the minority owner respondents agreed on this statement. On the other hand, big businesses cannot fulfill their social relation because of the broader area to control according to the 39.47% of the respondents.  Most of the minority (55.26%) agreed that their company doesn’t have a formal policy. Based on the results, most of the white male owners believe that the most important factor in terms of social relation is their relationship to the costumer or costumer relation i.e. the mean score is 9.39. Followed by product quality (9.31) and ethics (9.27).   Conclusion Based on the findings of this study, the researcher concludes the following: 1.  The respondents who took part in this study are already mature in age, responsible and reliable.  They are also aware of what’s happening in the business industry and are deeply concerned about the improvement of the programs in their respective companies specifically to the concept of social relation. 2.   The respondents have given an overall rating of greatest importance to each of the criteria. Most of the respondents believe that the social relation in big businesses is not different from small businesses. On the other hand, most of the employees believe that there is a great difference between them. This shows that they have different perceptions with the current state of social responsibility in their company. 3.  The statistics show that there is substantial correlation between the answers of employee and employer in part 1 or to the six yes-no questions about social responsibility. The computed correlation or r-value is –0.4097 which mean that there is substantial correlation. The analysis also signifies that the answers of employers are different to the answers of the employee although their r-value lies between 0.41-0.50 for both positive and negative.             On the other hand, the part two of the survey questionnaire shows a high relationship between variables. The computed r-value is 0.8922. The main concern of the employers pertaining to social relation is fair wages. On the other hand, both of the employee and employers agreed that costumer relation is the most important attribute to consider. Even though there are some variables in which the responses of the employers and employees are different, the overall perception is same which reflected to the computed r-value.             4.  There is a need for small businesses to assume social responsibility since the degree of responses of the respondents is in great importance.   RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the foregoing summary of findings and conclusion, the researcher recommends the following: 1.     Update the facilities, equipment, and training strategies to their respective Companies.  Moreover, there should be a strict implementation of the training programs pertaining social responsibility of the company. 2.     Maintain open communication lines between the management, costumers, administration and employee. 3.     Review the program of the each of the company and update the content to increase the standard of the company and the need of a good social responsibility.  Employee must also be given stricter training requirements to ensure that they understand their job well and understand the needs of the costumers .  4.     Company open communication lines between employees and administrators especially in disseminating information and communication.  This is to ensure that the employees know what the administration is up to and vice-versa.

Thesis Chapter 5: Business Social Responsibility: Altruism or Good Business?

CHAPTER 5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS The focus of this study is to determine the significant endeavor in p...

Why we should protect the environment and International environmental movements.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Introduction   Currently, the world is experience massive changes in the environment that have resulted to different natural disasters and tragedies. This includes typhoons, flash floods, landslide and the likes that have caused death and loss and destruction of properties. One of the important environmental issues being faced by the world is global warming or climate change. Based on different studies, it can cause vital changes in the environment that can cause more destructive and dangerous calamities. Based on these events, the world had begun to realize that this is the right time to act by protecting the environment.   Why Should We Protect The Environment?               The environment is the one that provides the different resources that are needed for the livelihood of living things, which enables human, animals, plants and other living creatures in the world to live well. Therefore, the study of the environment is not just important for the humans, but it is essential. In order to continue to survive and prosper, it is important to understand the different needs, changes and behaviors of the environment and link it with the different actions that are being implemented by humans (2005).             The environment is where we live in; it is the place where in human and other living and non-living organisms are interacting in order to create a natural cycle. Everything of what we are now is because of the environment, individuals are dependent to the environment, from the air that he or she breathe up to the food and drinks to consume and shelter and clothes for protection. Aside from that, businesses and organizations are dependent on the environment, from the location of its headquarters and factories up to the different raw materials that are needed in order to create the finish product. Based on this, all of us are all dependent to the environment, thus, protecting it is our responsibility. It is important to consider the fact that we are the keepers of this planet; therefore it is important to ensure that the ecosystems function with harmony in order to maintain equilibrium and the health of the planet as well as of all the living organisms (2001). This is because if the deterioration of the environment continued, we will be the first to be affected. Currently, the world is facing the revenge of nature.    What Are The International Movements For Protecting The Environment?               Due to the growing awareness of the world towards protecting the environment, there are different international movements that are being done in order to increase the knowledge and awareness of the world regarding the current situation of the environment, at the same time, motivates them to act and change their lifestyles in order to protect the environment. Currently, different environmental movements primarily focused on global warming. This was started by the film by Al Gore, An Inconvenient Truth, which enables to enlighten the world regarding the consequences of actions and technologies used during the past, particularly during the industrial era, where in different machineries and factories where implemented and used, without considering its negative impact to the environment as well as towards the health of the people.             One of the most massive and successful movements was the Earth Hour campaign, where in several countries in the world, with the help of different private and public companies and individuals joined in turning off their lights. Another important movement is the growing knowledge and awareness of the people in using plastic materials, particularly those that are being used in supermarkets. Currently, different supermarkets, department stores and brands are focusing on implementing new policy in their packaging their products. Most of them are offering paper or fabric bag in order to reduce the number of plastic waste.             In connection, different organizations in the world, particularly those that are connected in aviation industry are focusing on omitting their carbon waste with the help of local and international government by offering rewards and appraisals. In connection, in most of the developed and emerging market, the market of green cars or hybrid cars, running by using electricity, which helped to reduce the amount of carbon emission, is increasing.             Above all, local and national governments, with the help of social responsibility initiatives of private companies are focusing on intensive information dissemination for individuals and families regarding the different tips, particularly regarding electricity, such (e.g. light bulb) are being implemented in different countries. They are being informed with the different disadvantages of using excessive electricity in the environment, and how they can help in order to protect the environment and prevent the further impact of global warming.

Why we should protect the environment and International environmental movements.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Introduction Currently, the world is experience massive changes in the environment that have result...

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT

Social Responsibility: Business and Government Introduction             Social responsibility is a concept that has long been connected to both business companies and government administrations. Basically, it is a term used to describe both sectors’ responsibility on protecting resources and the people’s interest. While these are already known as one of the main duties of the government, some analysts wonder whether social responsibility should really be part of businesses’ operations. Critics’ points of view in general noted that the social responsibility of business organizations is to generate profits by serving its shareholders well. Other businesses also stated that dealing with ethical, legal or economic issues is not covered by their responsibility scope; this should be handled by relevant government agencies or departments. In other words, organizations do not find it appropriate to interfere with the responsibilities others are assigned to perform.   While this may be justifiable, is it really true that social responsibility does not play any significant role to the business sector? Does is not provide any positive effect to their operations or to their profit-oriented objectives? This paper will then try to analyze the belief that businesses should concentrate on profit generation while governments should be the ones in charge of doing social responsibility efforts. The principle behind social responsibility will be discussed in addition to the elaboration of the raised issue. Finally, the role of social responsibility and the reason for its integration to business operations will be identified. Social Responsibility and the Government Social responsibility has been defined as the commitment to operate through an economically, environmentally and socially sustainable manner ( 2005). In the business setting, social responsibility refers to the standards and values by which companies operate. It should affect the different aspects of the business, from its raw materials to the development of the products. Social responsibility should also influence how organizations communicate with the government and the media; this should also be the basis on how businesses operate in various parts of the world (, 2000).   According to  (1996), social responsibility is supported by the concepts of multidimensional definitions and social marketing. In the multidimensional definitions concept, the focus is on the major responsibilities expected from government and business companies. These major responsibilities include economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic dimensions ( 1991). These responsibilities must be performed in order to benefit not only the government or the business but also their employees, customers, the community and the general public.    (1991) notes that the social marketing concept of social responsibility stresses that government and companies should operate in a way that maintains or enhances the well-being of the people as well as the society. (1992) supported this concept further by stating that social responsibility is the avoidance of harm and the provision of good services. The definition given by the authors on social responsibility may vary to a certain degree. However, the meanings of these definitions emphasize on one matter, and that is, a socially responsible organization must have priorities other that short-term profitability ( 1996).   While the concept of social responsibility has been connected to both government and business sectors, there had been claims that this should solely be placed under the duties of government officials. In the article written by  (1970), it was noted that the social responsibility of business is to take part in activities that would increase its profits and shareholder value. The important responsibility businesses must perform is to comply with various business regulations and operate in the absence of fraud, deception and monopoly. Social responsibilities that focus on combating discrimination, preventing pollution and other social activities already require political mechanisms; thus, these are already the responsibilities of the government and related agencies.   It has also been noted that making businesses perform social responsibilities has no value considering that the organizations would only do them out of the influence of unanimity. Generally, sole profit generation within a certain society may have unpleasant connotations; hence, most people stand by the belief that serving the community and proving good services are better than increasing profitability alone. In this case, social responsibility left business organizations no other choice but to do activities related to social responsibility. From this point, it is stressed that businesses should not be tasked to perform social responsibilities as there are only shared values - as most people value the performance of good deeds, businesses are clearly overruled; they have not other alternative then but to conform (1970).   This view clearly emphasizes that it will be useless to have the business sector integrate the principles of social responsibility considering that there are several factors that influence them to comply by force. In one article (2004),  of The Economist noted that social responsibility efforts are actually disadvantageous for business companies. This assessment is mainly due to irresponsible media.  noted that businesses are performing social responsibility acts just to prevent bad publicity as well as criticisms from non-governmental organizations and not to promote the company or the shareholders’ interest. The issue has in fact made companies hesitant to operate in countries affected by extensive poverty. The emphasis of social responsibility to the business sector had made it difficult for companies to follow societal standards and operate freely.   The role of social responsibility has been strongly aligned to government administrations through actual cases as well. For instance, in 1958 Royal Dutch Shell formed a joint venture with the Nigerian government in order to operate in Ogoniland. While the venture led to significant profit generation, the observers of the World Council of Churches (WCC) reported in 1995 that approximately 56m gallons of oil spills were seen from the community water supplies and farmlands, resulting to massive environmental damages. Extensive protest campaigns had been carried out mainly by the Ogoni people, demanding that the company clean up the spilled oil in their community. The situation had grown hostile, causing violence and death; due to this, Shell pulled out its operation in the area (, 1998).   Despite the campaigns and protests, the company stressed on its defence, acting on the matter would be inappropriate for Nigeria’s sovereignty and its local politics as it is an act of interference. Furthermore, the company believes that the demands of the protestors are beyond the scope of the business and should be covered by the government’s sphere of responsibility ( 1998). From this example, it is clear that some multinational companies believe that social responsibilities should be handled by the government officials rather than the business sector.   Social Responsibility, Business and Related Theories             Based from the description above it has been made clear that there really should be a distinction between the government and business sector when it comes to social responsibilities. However, from the given case of Shell, it does not seem appropriate for the government to handle such issues alone when the organization itself is largely responsible. While there may be divided views as to whether businesses should just focus on profit and value generation, it has also been raised by other analysts that business should not only concentrate on profitability matters (1996). One of the most related concepts in this topic is the utilitarian perspective. The utilitarian perspective is an ethical principle wherein an action is considered correct or appropriate if it is for the good of most people. This principle further stresses the need for business to widen their scope of responsibility and partake in social responsibility efforts.   Several theories had actually been introduced, explaining the relation of business and social responsibility. One of which is the virtue theory developed by Plato and Aristotle. This theory is centered the person himself and the type of person he intends to be. The virtue theory states that becoming a virtuous person is dependent on individual choice. In this theory, the characteristics of a virtuous person are taken into account. More specifically, if a person prefers to become virtuous, he will then live a good, happy and flourishing life. Under ethical principles, one will derive his happiness out of doing good deeds to other people.   In business, the virtue theory serves as a significant motivator for operators, particularly in the concept of social responsibility. Businesses are encouraged to operate by means of helping or benefiting other people due to the belief that doing so will led to their own happiness. This is a relevant theory that shapes business operators’ minds towards goodwill, fair management and community benefit. This theory also explains why business priorities should shift from personal gain to general benefit. Another theory known as the means-end theory, also stresses that business and social responsibility are related as companies need to broaden their scope in terms of handling various business issues and situations. This theory also promotes the concept that different ethical positions must be analyzed. Specifically, this theory stresses the value of comparative evaluation and human behavior. This theory basically enables the person to see the different sides or merits of various actions. By doing so, the person is able assess which action will most likely lead to a more valuable and moral outcome.   The use of means-end analysis can actually take two types of approaches. These include the deontological and teleological approaches. In the deontological approach, the consequence of an action is not considered; however, actions are categorized as good or bad based on their inherent characteristics. On the contrary, teleological or common sense approach is focused on the consequences of actions. According to  (1999), this approach is supported by the utilitarian principle where actions are done based on the number of its beneficiaries.   In general the utilitarian principles as well as the cited ethical theories clearly establish the relation between business and social responsibility. In particular, this concept must explains that businesses today should not constrain themselves to profit-oriented goals alone; they must also consider how their strategies, actions, products, services and operations would affect the general public.   The role of Social Responsibility to Business The inclusion of the social responsibility concept to the business sector is not only necessary to broaden the companies’ involvement to social matters. The application of social responsibility to organizations is in fact a main contributory factor to their profitability. A study has been conducted with regards to the significance of social responsibility to profitability ( 2001). Although, further studies are still necessary in order to analyze the correlation of these factors, the findings of  showed that social responsibility plays a significant role in consumer appeal. The perceptions of consumers however, tends to vary with regards to this aspect. Nonetheless, this stresses the importance of social responsibility not only on benefiting the stakeholders but also in achieving the goals of the companies towards growth and profitability.    At present, business operators have already realized the growing importance of social responsibility and that integrating this concept cannot be sufficiently supported by the optimization of shareholder value. The realization of the value of social responsibility in the business sector was further emphasized by the results of a survey conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers. The survey used a total of 1161 chief executive officers from various companies found in 33 countries. The findings showed that 68 percent of the respondents stated that social responsibility is essential to business profitability ( 2002). Perhaps, the increasing demand of the public to make global companies accountable for business matters that undermine economic, social and environmental development contributed to this realization as well.   Nations worldwide have also been active in ensuring that social responsibility is observed by the business sector. The European Commission for instance, had proposed that a social and environmental responsibility standard should be developed and applied. This strategy is centered on validations tools, evaluation methods, social and environmental reports. The standards were also developed in order to maintain socially responsible investing (, 2002).   In Canada, the national government is also considering various public policies that would promote social responsibility within the business sector. One of the most interesting developments with this goal was in 2001 where five private citizens organized a commission on accountability and democracy. The outcome of the commission resulted to a final report containing 25 policy recommendations for the promotion of domestic and global social responsibility. The French government also participated on the promotion of social and environmental responsibility by overhauling its corporate law; here, the law mandates business companies to disclose their social, environmental and profit performance ( 2002).   The cited nations exerted efforts to promote and integrate social responsibility due to its potential to support business profitability. Thus, the belief that social responsibility does not contribute the companies’ profit-making responsibility is possibly a misconception. (1984) indeed noted that social responsibility pertains to the act of taming a dragon where business operators should know how to transform social issues into economic opportunities, human competence, productive capacity, well-paid jobs as well as wealth.   It has been cited by previous analysts that the social responsibility of the business sector should only be centered on profit generation and compliance with business regulations. At present, this is no longer applicable. Socially responsible corporations are now expected to abide with certain standards of behavior that is more the mere compliance of the law. In the business sector, to be socially responsible means building good relations with the suppliers, employees, customers and other stakeholders. While some businesses view social responsibility as the duty of multinational or wealthy companies to give to charity, this is already considered as an old-fashioned philanthropy. Nowadays, the mere act of giving to the poor is not considered social responsibility anymore; rather, corporation should exercise community involvement by means of protecting the environment, supporting local schools and encouraging staff ( 2000).   Several multinational companies had already integrated social responsibility in their operations through the cited means. One of which is Anglo American plc, a mining company that is considered as the global leader in the industry. Its main products include diamonds, platinum, goal, coal, industrial minerals as well as base and ferrous metals. As a global leader, Anglo American operates extensively in a number of foreign sites including Europe, Australasia, North and South America as well as Africa. The company believes that it has a strong commitment towards sustainable development and that the business is helpful in alleviating worldwide issues such as poverty. Furthermore, the company is aware that it has a major responsibility towards the community, considering that the mining business ca cause disruptive effects on people. Thus, the company developed an approach for addressing ethical issues; this approach is contained in the company’s Good Citizenship: Our Business Principles framework (, 2002).   Aside from this, the multinational company also conducted social responsibility acts centered on safety, health and environmental protection. The safety and health aspect of the company pertains to the efforts related to the prevention of work-related injuries and community health diseases. For this issue, Anglo American’s ultimate goal is zero fatalities as well as loss-time injuries. In 2001, the goal of the company was to achieve a 33% reduction on injuries, which will increase over the years. In order to support this goal, the company implemented a safety audit in all of its business sectors. The effort was a successful one as the company acquired a 34% reduction in injuries for every 200,000 work hours. The internal and external audits in all of the company’s operations have become more and more formalized (  2001).   The health aspect on the other hand is divided into two categories: the occupational and community health. For occupational health, the aim of the company is to have all of its employees and contractors undergo the medical surveillance program, which will increase their preparedness towards the health risks they may encounter at work. Anglo American’s business sectors must also assess their occupational health management systems. On the other hand, the company aims to enhance its AIDS prevention programs through counseling and testing activities ( 2001). Furthermore, the company also aims to involve itself continuously to its malaria eradication international programs.   One of the main developments in the environmental efforts Anglo American was the improved reporting system for incidences related to environmental issues. Under this development, the company now creates reports on environmental incidents and fine, which helps it gauge its performance on conserving the environment. Anglo American plc also maintains the environment by means of effective energy conservation. The company has installed solar switches, energy efficient bulbs and electric motors. Air pollution abatement units were also installed in its operational units, which in turn addresses the problems on gas emissions. In Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting’s (HBMS) for instance, a subsidiary of Anglo American plc, the upgrades done for the sector’s gas handling system resulted to a 30% reduction on CO2 emissions, totaling to about a hundred thousand tones every year (, 2001).   Indeed, the business of business is to generate profit and increase shareholder value. Organizations are creatures of the market that would have to look after their shareholders; doing so would naturally result to higher profits. Nonetheless, this does not limit businesses to this goal.   Conclusion             It has been argued whether the government administrations should be the only ones in charge of performing social responsibility activities while businesses should just focus on profit generation. Some analysts claimed that this role distinction should be maintained considering that it is inappropriate to interfere with others’ duties. It is useless for companies to perform socially responsible act when they are only forced to do them. Others even noted that is economically irresponsible. However, it has also been stressed by a number of theories that the business sector and social responsibility are very much related to each other.   Moreover, contrary to the belief that social responsibility undermines businesses’ profitability goal, this actually help in generating profit through customer loyalty and good company image. From this discussion, it has been emphasized that instead of containing ones responsibility to a limited scope, businesses should optimize social issues into profit resource and broaden their options. Finally, both government and business sectors play a significant role in protecting the interest of community; both should then coordinate with each other in order to perform this duty.           References:

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT

Social Responsibility: Business and Government Introduction Social responsibility is a concept that has long been connect...

Kimberly Clark Ethics In Business And Society

KIMBERLY CLARK ETHICS IN BUSINESS AND SOCIETY       Nowadays the morality and values of most organization and companies is questioned in their performance that most of the time their purpose is simply for profit and not to serve. There are many companies who exercise deliberate violation in their employees there are cases of overworked and underpaid employees especially the little domestic helper who have been abused in their household job, most mining companies do not adhere to the principles of protecting the environment that they dig into the deepest and destroy the earth and ecology just to get the resources, other industries put their dump on the land that should have been used for agriculture they also liter on the rivers that kills marine life and aquatic resources while most industries continue to produce smoke that deliberately destroys the earth’s atmosphere.       There are many companies who produce fake products most especially software’s, DVD movies, MP3 and other multi- media because it is easy to duplicate. No matter how many laws and limitations about business ethics there is just no stopping this organization in destroying the earth and its society. The ethical principles have been left behind in exchange of industrialization and personal gain while companies continue to operate in this way. These are ethical dilemmas that have been the abuse of power by most organization, sometimes greed overthrown righteousness is mostly exercised when faced with such circumstance. If a company is caught by the government and authorities they can exercise money laundering and corruption to be released from their obligations and responsibilities such conditions is a very inhuman practices.       There are many companies when left with choices between righteousness chooses to cover up for personal gain and this resolve their situations but there are companies who choose to fulfill their obligation for equal benefits to resolve conflicts and this should be the best practice for most companies. Kimberly Clark has been awarded this 2011 for the “Great Dallas Business Ethics Award” for their exemplary ethical business practices their company has reinforced most of their employees to practice good moral conduct by giving them the best privilege in their performance and opportunity to grow. For almost 140 years since 1872 they have provided the best package for their employees when they have the options to delimit them. Most of all they have deliver superior products through recyclable materials in cotton, tissues, napkins and other products although they have been faced with option the earth resources and cutting of trees destroying the forest and digging the land instead they dwell into the decision to be responsible in preserving the trees so they resort in using recyclable materials that makes them the best company in natural resources preservation.       Through these practices sustainability of resources is achieved and nature is preserved according to their Board of Directors sustainability and business ethics should be practiced by all of us. Kimberly has also faced ethical dilemmas when they established their business for expansion in other countries there are many temptations along the way because each countries represent different arguments and legal issues while some supplier and distributor may offer under the table business practices, graft and corruption and other immoral transaction that needs illegal settlement for easy delivery and protection.       Kimberly Clarke believed that they have surpassed this moral standard obligation by living up to their code of conduct. Their code of conduct has been translated into 27 languages so each and every country will understand how the company values transparency and moral ethics, those where the ethical moments of the company that they have lived up their values until today 2011 when faced with ethical dilemmas of the past. They see to it they their day to day business practices reflected their moral standard that they have protected their international image as one of the most important asset in their organizations.       Kimberly Clark is one of the true prides in America to survive most of ethical dilemmas that comes in their way they are committed to their core value of honesty, integrity, innovation and accountability. In 2011 they also receive the award as number 9 for World’s Best Multinational Workplace awarded by the Great Place to Work Institute. Consistent in gathering the award of 100 Greenest Company in U.S. by News Week Magazine, Membership in United Global Compact (UGC) to employ high ethical standard and sustainability. Consistent for the last three years as part of 100 Best Corporate Citizen, Open Opportunities Program for employee’s growth, protecting their employees on a global basis, they have also contributed 78,000 volunteer hours in 2010 and donated almost $25 million dollar in cash. These are some of their common practices and Social Responsibilities that holds out ethics in business and society. References: http://investor.kimberly-clark.com/releasedetail.cfm?releaseid=623744       http://www.kimberlyclark.com/   http://www.kimberly-clark.com/sustainability/products/governance/sustbusinesspractices.aspx   http://atheism.about.com/od/ethicalsystems/a/Deontological.htm

Kimberly Clark Ethics In Business And Society

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