What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a self-regulating business practice that measures the impact of an organization’s activities on society and the environment. This is achieved through transparent and ethical behavior that:
- Contributes to sustainable development, including the health and welfare of society;
- Acknowledges the expectations of stakeholders and customers;
- Complies with applicable laws and is consistent with international norms;
- Applies to the entire organization and is reflected in relationships with external stakeholders.
The Six Core Subjects Identified by ISO 2600:
- Human rights
- Working conditions and environment
- The environment
- Products and services
- International businesses
- Fair competition
Human rights
●Respect the human rights/ Prohibit discrimination
●Prohibit harassment
●Prohibit child labor and forced labor
●Respect the basic rights of employees
Working conditions and environment
●Ensure appropriate working conditions and working hours
●Ensure safe, hygienic, and motivated working environments
Environment
●Comply with environmental laws and regulations
●Ensure environmental preservation
●Preserve biodiversity
Products and services
●Ensure products safety and reliability
●Provide high-quality products and services
International businesses
●Comply with laws and respect international norms of behavior
●Observe laws and regulations governing imports and exports
Fair competition
●Prohibit impediment to free competition
●Prohibit abuse of superior positions