New Corporate Activism: Harnessing the Power of Grassroots Tactics for Your Organization

Edward A. Grefe & Martin Linsky

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Now, armed with the inside knowledge and tactics of The New Corporate Activism, you'll be prepared to navigate the tricky terrain of public policy making. Written by two widely respected professionals - with over 60 years of expertise between themthis book provides a blueprint for how to marry democratic values, human psychology, grassroots organizing, and modern technology into a winning strategy for political action. Spanning a range of up-to-the-minute issues and time-tested techniques that are relevant to everyone...whether you're part of a Fortune 500 company, a smaller firm, a public agency, or a nonprofit organization...The New Corporate Activism features a special focus on the unique challenges of developing global markets and effecting changes in legislation overseas.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Purpose-driven Companies: Modern corporations increasingly focus on broader purposes beyond profit-making, embracing causes related to social responsibility, sustainability, and societal impact.

  2. Employee Engagement: Companies are recognizing the importance of aligning their values and missions with those of their employees. Engaged employees contribute positively to corporate activism efforts.

  3. Stakeholder Engagement: Successful corporate activism involves engaging various stakeholders, including employees, customers, communities, and shareholders, to create meaningful change.

  4. Environmental Sustainability: Many corporations are adopting sustainable practices and policies to address environmental challenges, responding to growing concerns about climate change and ecological issues.

  5. Social Justice Initiatives: Companies are taking stances on social justice issues, such as diversity, equity, and inclusion, through initiatives like anti-discrimination policies and support for underrepresented groups.

  6. Corporate Governance Reform: Activism within corporations is also directed toward improving corporate governance structures, advocating for transparency, accountability, and ethical behavior.

  7. Consumer Expectations: Consumers increasingly support companies that align with their values, leading corporations to integrate activism into their brand identities to meet customer expectations.

  8. Public Advocacy and Lobbying: Some corporations engage in advocacy and lobbying efforts to influence public policy, supporting causes that align with their values and business interests.

  9. Impact Investing: Corporate activism includes investments in projects and initiatives that aim to generate positive social and environmental impacts alongside financial returns.

  10. Measuring Impact: Companies are developing metrics and frameworks to measure the effectiveness and impact of their corporate activism efforts, demonstrating accountability and transparency.

Language English
ISBN-10 0070244316
ISBN-13 9780070244313
No of pages 273
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher Mcgraw Hill
Published Date 01 Jun 1995

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