Corporate Social Responsibility in Algeria, the Society Awareness (original) (raw)

Corporate social responsibility in Algeria: A discussion of law and regulations

The fundamental objective of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is integrating the social and environmental concerns into business routines voluntarily. This paper aims to highlight the law and policies that regulate CSR in the Algerian Context. Moreover, this paper overview the law and regulations and discussed the Algerian CSR development from the environment, consumer, labour, and social perspectives. The discussion outcomes have shown that Algerian government made huge efforts to regulate CSR, however, is remain a lack in the monitoring and implementation of this efforts.

Corporate Executives’ Perceptions of CSR in the Listed Moroccan Companies

Oradea Journal of Business and Economics, 2022

The purpose of the paper is to analyze the perception of corporate social responsibility by corporate executives in the Moroccan context. To do so, we conducted a survey of seventy-four Moroccan corporate executives working in listed companies. Subjects were solicited by e-mail, sending them a questionnaire consisting of 37 items presented in the form of a five-point response scale (Likert scale). Our measurement scale was designed on the basis of Carroll's (1991) theoretical model of social responsibility. The study proposes a scale to measure corporate executives' perceptions of CSR in their company. The results of our study reveal two findings. The first one suggests that Moroccan corporate executives working in listed companies are more concerned about compliance with laws and ethical values than with a true CSR commitment. The second one highlights the fact that CSR commitment is a three-dimensional construct marked by a predominance of ethical-legal and philanthropic practices. The paper states the main conclusions of the study and provides some practical implications.

Practice of Social Responsibility in Moroccan Companies « An Exploratory Study

This paper discusses the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility in the Moroccan context. The main purpose of this study is to draw up an inventory current situation of the CSR in Moroccan small business companies, as such to help understand the commitment of this type of business in sustainable economic development. It has been proven, by the survey among forty small Casablanca business leaders representing different sectors of activity, that the managers integrate unknowingly in their management the concept of SR, and that when it comes to social practices a link certainly exist between the company and its stakeholders (costumers, providers…). The survey shows that more than half of the interviewed executives stipulate that either they heard or know about SR; this awareness towards the concept is an increasing function which depend on the size of company. As also Moroccan leaders are aware of the advantages in engaging social responsibility approach in their business; this finding suggests as well that social responsibility can be of direct economic value for the firm.

The Extent of Tunisian Corporate Social Responsibility

Journal of Finance and Accounting, 2016

The concept of corporate social responsibility began to attract early reflections from the first decades of the 20th century. The concept of Corporate Social Responsibility is essentially linking to the social theme and the relationship of the company with internal and external partners. It is thus necessary that companies take responsibility for the externalities that are borne by stakeholders. To assess the effectiveness of policies of social responsibility Tunisian firms, we conducted an exploratory study using a questionnaire distributed to a sample of Tunisian company. The researcher divides this work on two parts. The first one discusses the theoretical concepts relating to the social corporate responsibility strategy required. In the second part, the researcher presents the research methodology and the analysis and interpretations of the results generating from a field survey. The results showed that Tunisian firms (our study sample) take into account their social and corporate responsibility in their short and long-term strategies.

CSR Communication Motives of the Algerian State Company: A Case Study on Sonelgaz Group

2017

This paper aims to highlight the motives that lead The Sonelgaz Group to communicate its CSR actions. These motives are, certainly, coming from the group's context that consists of internal and external Stakeholders. As a result, Sonelgaz's motives to display its social and environmental involvement are rather coming from the intention to have a good image towards its external public especially regarding the external CSR practices. Furthermore, this group aims through its CSR communications to improve its staff loyalty and to motivate them and also seek a good operational performance.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) (Study of practicesof Leading Corporate Houses)

Corporate Social Responsibility refers to ensuring the success of the business by inclusion of social and environmental considerations into a company’s operations. It means satisfying your shareholders’ and customers’ demands while also managing the expectation of other stakeholders such as employeessuppliers and the community at large. It also means contributing positively to society and managing your organization’s environmental impact. Hence, CSR is a contribution to sustainable development, implying the way a company balances its economic, environmental and social objectives while addressing stakeholder expectations and enhancing shareholder value. The CSR concept -was initially used by national companies more as a marketing and media coverage instrument, rather than for its ethical values. As time went by, it became clear that-the business environment is a key element in finding solutions to community issues. This research paper-aims at analyzing the importance of

A Study of Corporate Social Responsibility Practices and Its Effect on Society

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT

The philosophy of CSR has been a great debatable topic for researchers, CSR-Experts, practitioners, businesses, public or private entities, and academics for almost decades since the 1950s, but CSR standard definition remains vague due to its expended approaches to this field. Nowadays, every firm around the globe considers and pays careful attention to their social responsibilities. Before the 1960s, companies had to focus on daily business operations and envisioned only benefits but currently, strategies of organizations are experienced differently as compared to the earliest businesses. The focus of the research paper imparts corporate social responsibility practices by Afghan GSM companies i.e. AWCC, Roshan, Etisalat, MTN, Afghan Telecom and Wasel Telecom and their impact on society key areas such as education, health, sports, and community relationship and environmental relationship. Furthermore, this study strives to suggest a CSR model relating to CSR activities that could be included in the firm's main objectives with specific reference to the Afghan telecom sector. Also, this paper briefly explains, definitions of terms related to study and social responsibility historical details.

The CSR: Case of Moroccan Companies

Nobody argues the fact that a company can be a legal person may hold assets and liabilities. Today, the debate is stronger around the rights and duties with regard to men and environment that go with that status. We intend to primarily reflect on the dimension of social responsibility in other words, "corporate social responsibility". A company must be able to act and be held accountable for their actions or inactions as would a humain being. The issue of capacity and the means to achieve this has been discussed in corporate governance, politics, economics and business. In this paper, we think of the concept of CSR perspective of strategic management and try to demystify the theoretical foundations as well as the evolution of the concept and its tools. It stems from a critical reading in hypothesis. A comparative approach between the companies is advanced in reading and verification of hypotheses in search of an evaluative grid positions and managerial practices more appropriate for the Moroccan company.

An Assessment of Lebanese Companies’ Motivators to Adopt CSR Strategies

Open Journal of Business and Management

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its importance in companies around the globe have grown substantially in the past years. With the advent of globalization, managers in different contexts have been exposed to the notion of CSR and are being pressured to adopt CSR initiatives. This made organizations develop strategies to enhance managing their ways of working in a way that they can produce an overall positive impact on the surrounding environment. CSR helps the organization succeed in balancing its business goals and its impact on the environment. It is becoming vital for organizations to adopt environment-friendly ways of working, which not only lessens their negative impacts but also gives back to the community in general. However, despite CSR being a very significant issue, Lebanese companies, organizations and service industries are not quite embracing it as a fundamental part of their business plan. Failing to realize the authentic significance of CSR in the community and the low awareness levels about the topic will eventually have negative results on the companies themselves. Moreover, CSR is still a not well-comprehended term in Lebanese society as its benefits are vague and unclear. This research is an exploratory and quantitative study using a survey questionnaire distributed to a convenient sample of Lebanese managers and employees working in 5 different service industries in Lebanon. The purpose is to assess what motivates companies in Lebanon to adopt CSR strategies. Accordingly, the research also seeks to highlight people's awareness about CSR which in turn forces these companies to engage in CSR activities that will lead to a win-win situation. The outcomes may serve as eye openers and may shed light on important facts to be considered for further research or policy planning.