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- Title
CSR as a Mean to Promote Gender Equality.
- Authors
Gazzola, Patrizia; Sepashvili, Eka; Pezzetti, Roberta
- Abstract
The aim of the paper is to explore the theme of gender equality, which is determined both by culture and mentality of each country, together with its connections with corporate social responsibility (CSR). In particular the paper examines how CSR can be a potential policy instrument useful for the advancement of gender equality. The capability to boost economic development and growth implies the need to encourage equal involvement of men and women yet in education and then in labour force, to ensure full utilization of available national resources. Despite the progress occurred in economic and social development, gender equality remains challenge both in political and economic decision-making worldwide. The topic of gender equality is assuming a growing role also at firm's level as a key factor for strengthening CSR strategies. In this framework, the paper analyses two best practices: Luisa Spagnoli and Arup. Luisa Spagnoli was a social pioneer in the promotion of gender equality after the First World War, a true advocate for workingwomen and dedicated to improving quality of life for all her employees.
- Subjects
SOCIAL responsibility of business; GENDER inequality; SEX discrimination in employment
- Publication
Economia Aziendale Online, 2016, Vol 7, Issue 1, p95
- ISSN
2038-5498
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.6092/2038-5498/7.1.95-99