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We welcome interdisciplinary contributions that bring together insights from management, economics, political science, sociology, environmental studies, and related fields. Both empirical and conceptual papers, as well as comparative perspectives from Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond, are encouraged to foster a rich dialogue on the evolving global landscape of CSR.

The conference is intended to be interdisciplinary and welcomes contributions from anyone with a perspective on this important topic. Papers are welcome on any topic related to this broad issue, and suggested themes for papers include:
CSR and Global Crises

Corporate responsibility in contexts of war, pandemics, migration, and geopolitical instability.

Bridging Local Communities and Global Agendas: CSR for Inclusive Growth

CSR’s role in addressing inequalities, supporting rural development, and fostering trust in societies with diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.

Digital Responsibility Beyond AI

Data ethics, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, data ethics, cybersecurity, and responsible technology adoption.

Resilient Communities

CSR’s role in fostering social cohesion, rural development, and sustainable livelihoods.

Transnational CSR

How multinational corporations adapt CSR across different cultural, regulatory, and economic contexts.

Legal and Regulatory Perspectives on CSR

Comparative legal frameworks, international standards, enforcement challenges, and governance mechanisms.

Entrepreneurial and SME Perspectives

CSR in startups and small-to-medium enterprises, social entrepreneurship, and innovation-driven responsibility.

Consumers and CSR

Consumer expectations, ethical consumption, trust, and the role of public opinion in shaping corporate responsibility.

Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models

CSR in resource efficiency, waste reduction, green innovation, and regenerative practices.

CSR in Global Supply Chains

Responsible sourcing, human rights, labor conditions, and the tension between globalization and localization.

CSR and Environmental Resilience

Corporate strategies for biodiversity, climate adaptation, renewable energy, and disaster preparedness.

Regional Perspectives on CSR

Lessons and challenges from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America; cross-cultural and comparative studies.

CSR and Stakeholder Engagement

The role of NGOs, governments, and communities in co-creating responsible business practices.

Measuring CSR Impact

Methodologies, metrics, reporting standards, and critical evaluations of ESG frameworks.

Education and CSR

Embedding responsibility in business education, capacity-building, and leadership development.

Energy and sustainability

Renewable energy development, efficiency innovations, and responsible corporate practices that reduce carbon footprints and foster resilience.

National and extractive resources conservation

Strategies for managing and conserving a nation’s natural and extractive resources responsibly, the role of corporate accountability in protecting ecosystems and local communities.

Environment and health

The impact of pollution, climate change, and corporate environmental policies on public health, sustainable business practices for healthier, more inclusive societies.