According to the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, corporate social responsibility is the continuing commitment by businesses to behave ethically and contribute to sustainable economic development while improving the quality of life of workers and their families, as well as of the local community and society. Learn about related objectives around the world, hear success stories, watch engaging videos, and see the future of fund development strategy as it relates to this topic.
5. Offers an opportunity to:
Partner with Corporates for community
projects
New avenue of fund raising
Implement sustainable, impactful projects
Long term partnerships
Corporate Social Responsibility
6. Corporate Social Responsibility
CSR is ever growing and evolving:
Perceived differently through the times
An integrated business strategy
Need to strengthen policies, practices
and compliances around the globe
European Union- pioneer to promote
CSR
9. Session I- The Indian Experience
Chair
PDG Vinay Kulkarni (D3131)
10. Mandated under Section 135 of Companies Act
2013
2% of Corporate net profits to be spent on CSR
activities
Rotary’s Areas of Focus aligns with Schedule
VII activities of Companies Act 2013
Mandatory compliance of CSR activities with
Government of India
Changes expected during Parliament session
in this year.
The Indian Experience
11. Implementation of 24 global grants through CSR
funds US$ 1.5 million for an amount over US$ 2
million
Service opportunities now expanded
Corporate-Rotary collaboration promotes rich,
long-term, working relationships
More community needs can be fulfilled
CSR funds available for FY 2018-19 – US$ 2000
million
Pilot extended till June 2020
The Indian Experience
15. Highlights of D 3110
In RY 2016-17, three CSR contribution
amounting to US$ 242,100
3 Global Grants – one each in BEL, WASH
and DPT
Great opportunity to our district that is an
active grant implementing district
Bigger contributions are under discussion.
Opportunity to partner with Corporates is
more now because of the mandate.
16. Our Strategy
Reach out to Rotarians who have their
own Corporates
An opportunity to get funds for impactful
projects
Corporates are convinced of the good
work of Rotary and willing to partner
Cath lab project funded by RDS Ltd is
one such example for partnership
20. Mode of CSR Implementation
57
Companies
used all
modes of
CSR Spend
Direct
227
Companies Implementing
agencies
321
companies
Corporate
Foundation
110
companies
22. Our Strategy
Identify Rotarians who have close
contact with CEOs as friends or clients
Study companies’ CSR policies and
present projects in line with their policies
and explain numerous benefits of
partnering with Rotary
Solicit partnership and get approval of
global grant project
Submit timely report on completion of
the project and felicitate the donors at
every opportunity
23. Highlights of D 3131
RY 2016-17, the first CSR contribution
from Gestamp Automotive Ltd.
RY 2017-18, the first CSR contribution
from Foseco India;
5 CSR contributions so far from 4
companies amounting to US$ 243,000.
The first repeat CSR contribution from
Gestamp Automotive Pvt Ltd
26. Session II- Prospects of CSR with special
reference to Australia and Canada
Session Chair : Trustee Sushil Gupta
Panelist : PDG Louis A Johnson
PRID & Trustee Bryn Styles
27. Session II- Prospects of CSR with special
reference to Australia and Canada
Chair
Trustee Sushil Gupta
28. Global Perspective
Corporate Social
Responsibility is the
continuing commitment by
business to behave
ethically and contribute to
economic development
while improving the quality
of life of the workforce and
their families as well as of
the local community and
society at large.
29. Global Perspective
Corporate realization of doing
businesses beyond financial profits and
be a part of evolving social strata is the
crux to economic success
It is in this spirit of doing more that many
basic tenets of CSR rest
30. Developing Countries- A new step
South Asia Scenario :
Per recent amendment of the Industrial
Enterprise Act, 2073 of Nepal, section
47
Large or Medium and Small scale
Domestic industry having more than 15
crore Nepali rupees of turnover in a year
has to spend at least 1% of the annual
profit mandatorily on activities of CSR for
the community services as set by the
Government of Nepal.
31. PDG Louis A Johnson
Chartered Accountant
Chair - Associate Foundation in Australia
Member – Rotary International Finance
Committee
32. Prospects of CSR - Australia
In Australia, the practice has been
celebrated most prominently as the
Prime Minister’s Community Business
Partnership and the promotion of a
social coalition.
The Community Business Partnership
initiative included legislative changes
to encourage corporations and high
wealth families to create “private
charities”.
33. Prospects of CSR - Australia
New charities known as Private Ancillary
Funds (PAFs) and PuAFs
Funding entities only
Must distribute 5% of assets each year
Must distribute to “public charities” with
DGR status
Very successful $1b pa after 15 years
34. Prospects of CSR - Australia
Opportunities and challenges for TRF
Rotarians must be central to all activities.
Have the right structure
Corporations with trust deficits
Protecting our brand
37. Ways to Practice CSR
Environmental Efforts – carbon
footprint, W&S
Philanthropy – donating to causes &
projects
Ethical Labor Practices – international
companies
Volunteering – express concern for
specific issues related to your industry
38. CSR – Financial Times Definition
Movement aimed at encouraging companies
to be more aware of the impact of their
business on the rest of society, including
their own stakeholders and the
environment.
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a
business approach that contributes to
sustainable development by delivering
economic, social and environmental benefits
for all stakeholders.
39. CSR – Canadian Gov’t Definition
Voluntary activities undertaken by a company,
over and above legal requirements, to
operate in an economically, socially and
environmentally sustainable manner
40. “Doing Business the Canadian Way”
The Government of Canada’s expectation
that Canadian companies will promote
Canadian values and operate abroad with
the highest ethical standards
Outlines the Government’s initiatives to help
Canadian companies strengthen their CSR
practices and maximize the benefits their
investments can provide to those in host
countries
41. “Doing Business the Canadian Way”
Companies are expected to align with CSR
guidelines and will be recognized by the
CSR Counsellor’s Office as eligible for
enhanced Government of Canada economic
diplomacy. As a penalty for companies that
do not embody CSR best practices and
refuse to participate in the CSR Counsellor’s
Office or the dispute resolution processes,
Government of Canada support in foreign
markets will be withdrawn
42. Another Acronym – RBC
Responsible Business Conduct
Respect for human rights and is consistent
with applicable laws and internationally
recognized standards
Positive voluntary contributions are good for
the companies and the local communities
Contributions of a company’s time, talent
and treasures
43. Another Acronym – RBC
Responsible Business Conduct
Avoiding negative impacts and addressing
them when they occur
In areas where local laws are not aligned
with Canadian values – reflect Canadian
values
Proper due diligence – be prepared to forfeit
HOW a company does business!
44. Rotary and Canadian CSR
Ethically – operate in an ethical manner
Service – volunteer in areas of concern
Needs Assessment- involving local
stakeholders regularly and for decision process
Local Capabilities – Global Grants
The Four Way Test
45. Session III- Concluding Session
Moderator for Q & A : PDG Vinod Bansal
Concluding remarks :Trustee Sushil Gupta
48. Concluding Remarks
CSR funds has given new directions to fund
raising in today’s world
India has mandated it as law but the concept is
not new to other countries of the World
Businesses are coming together to work for
better civil society
CSR is the heart and soul of all
successful modern Corporations and is
an important standard of corporate
governance.
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Notes de l'éditeur
Opportunities for Rotary and likeminded entities.
Develop long term relationship with Corporates across Pan-India.
1960s - corporate social responsibility attracted attention from businesses and stakeholders in regard to its benefits.
CSR has been perceived differently at different time period and different levels but the overriding concept has been doing good in the world.
In 1991 – CSR definition extended from the traditional economic and legal responsibility to ethical and philanthropic responsibility. It was demonstrates that corporate social responsibility is made up of four responsibilities or it cannot be achieved - economic, legal, ethical and philanthropic responsibilities.
Similarly, Business Dictionary defines CSR as "A company's sense of responsibility towards the community and environment (both ecological and social) in which it operates. Companies express this citizenship (1) through their waste and pollution reduction processes, (2) by contributing educational and social programs and (3) by earning optimal returns on the employed resources.
Commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) implies a commitment to transparent reporting about the business' material impact for good on the environment and people. Triple bottom line is one framework for reporting this material impact. The triple bottom line (TBL) approach additionally takes into consideration environmental and social factors and unifies the three pillars, which are often also referred to as ‘people, planet, profit’.
People, the social equity
The people, social equity, or human capital pertains to fair and beneficial business practices toward labour and the community and region in which a corporation conducts its business.
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has developed guidelines to enable corporations and NGOs alike to comparably report on the social impact of a business.
Planet, the environment
The planet, environmental or natural capital refers to sustainable environmental practices. A TBL company endeavors to benefit the natural order as much as possible or at the least do no harm and minimize environmental impact.
Profit, the economics
The profit deals with the economic value created by the organization after deducting the cost of all inputs, including the cost of the capital tied up. It therefore differs from traditional accounting definitions of profit. In the original concept, within a sustainability framework, the "profit" aspect needs to be seen as the real economic benefit enjoyed by the host society. It is the real economic impact the organization has on its economic environment.
It was Jamshedji Tata, the doyen of Tata group, who pioneered the philosophy of Corporate Social Responsibility and all of his companies have continued to work for the betterment of the society.
Rotary started this pilot phase in India in October 2016 and have since then have received over a million US $ 1.5 million as CSR funds from various companies.
RY 2016-17 – 7 Grants - CSR funds - US$ 432,840 & grant funds - US$ 728,247
RY 2017-18- 17 Grants - CSR funds - US$1,012,818 & Grant funds – US$1,542,186
Interestingly, CSR funds have been primarily received for BEL, WASH and DPT AOF. All grants are currently under implementation and necessary formats of Corporate reporting is also being signed as part of MOU.
A relationship has begun with Corporate entities and this has made a huge difference both for Rotary and the Corporates. Partnerships have expanded our service activities.
I want you to hear two of our stalwarts who have had hands on experience in this partnership and activity.
Sharat -
Number of funds
From city of Taj Mahal and few industries in the state –politically volatile.
How we convinced the Corporates
Successful Collaboration – Add photographs and Videos
We must use the marketing principle of market segmentation.
Rotary will not be able to offer much value addition to the companies which have their own foundation or trusts or internal department to carry out CSR work. Our target donor companies are those who need an execution partner NGO for their CSR projects.
Rotary with its excellent track record of community service in India is an ideal partner
Rakesh -
Smart City with many corporates offices
How we convinced the Corporates –Do not have staff to carry out CSR projects on their own. Pune has a large workforce of highly educated and skilled managers and workers which makes it very attractive for MNCs. There a large number American, German, Swedish, Japanese, Spanish and Korean MNC subsidiaries in Pune
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PDG Vinay Kulkarni to introduce Anubhav Kapoor
Source:- The world Business council for sustainable development
You have heard success stories from India.
In global scenario, it is has become an accepted phenomenon. To be successful, it is important for businesses to involve all stakeholders.
Small countries like Nepal has also mandated CSR.
Bangladesh is also working towards CSR- for the textile hub.
Let us hear our fellow Rotary leaders from Australia /Canada
Lou Johnson- Please add notes
Top ten awards in Australia for CSR
As you can see there are many ways how companies can exhibit CSR and philanthropy is one of those – such as India
Reducing carbon foot print
Ethical labour practices – especially in areas of the world where some of the workers are most vulnerable to exploitation
Volunteering in areas of concern for your company – shows that your company has a true interest in improving conditions
If you look at the Financial Times definition of CSR it goes beyond the financial responsibility of companies to support charitable causes
It is asking companies to be aware of the impact of their business on the rest of society – including their own stakeholders (note it says stakeholders and not shareholders) and the environment
It talks not only of the economic benefit but also of the social and environmental benefits of being a responsible corporate citizen
The Canadian Government definition of CSR is very similar to the industry standard
The government puts the onus on the companies to voluntarily operate in a manner that reflects CSR in the key areas of economics, social and environment – these activities are over and above the legal requirements
Canadian government takes the CSR of Canadian companies quite seriously – specifically in various sectors such as mining and the garment industry -
The GOC has a document called "Doing Business the Canadian Way: A Strategy to Advance Corporate Social Responsibility in Canada’s Extractive Sector Abroad"
Initiated in 2009 and updated in 2014 – the strategy is to be updated every 5 years.
It is a document that outlines the GOC expectation that Can Companies will promote Canadian values and operate with the highest of ethical standards.
The Canadian Govt will support Canadian businesses that adopt the CSR approach to international business – especially those in the extractive industry –
The Can Govt has staff working thru our diplomatic network offering support to Can businesses operating internationally
This is to ensure a consistently high level of service
Reinforces Canadian leadership, excellence and best practices in various sectors.
Some of the things that businesses are encouraged to do:
- Respectfully engage relevant stakeholders, early on and regularly;
- Understand local customs, culture and expectations, and how they affect, and are affected by, the project – needs assessment
- Work with stakeholders to determine and communicate environmental, social and economic impact solutions;
- Explore opportunities to build local capabilities;
- Work with locals to develop a joint plan to contribute to local development; and
- Strategically incorporate this information throughout their planning and management structures
The Canadian Govt offers support to companies operating abroad but will withdraw support if it is felt that companies are not following the guidelines.
Companies are expected to align with CSR guidelines and will be recognized by the CSR Counsellor’s Office as eligible for enhanced Government of Canada economic diplomacy. As a penalty for companies that do not embody CSR best practices and refuse to participate in the CSR Counsellor’s Office or NCP dispute resolution processes, Government of Canada support in foreign markets will be withdrawn;
Human rights – ensuring that recognized standards are adhered to
Voluntary contributions -
If there is potential negative impacts (mining etc.) address them immediately – again thru stakeholder involvement
If local laws do not reflect Canadian values, find ways to reflect those values but still respect the local laws
Companies should be prepared, after proper due diligence in assessing the risks, to decide if they wish to proceed
CSR and RBC – it is about how you do business -
One thing I found interesting was how closely the Canadian document Doing Business the Canadian Way reflects Rotary’s values
Ethically – operating in an ethical manner
Service – volunteering in areas of concern in an area
Needs Assessment – involving stakeholders early and often
Global Grants – use local suppliers and workers – Can Govt is asking to enhance local cababilities
CSR – a step forward for all entities to partner and make this place a better place to live.
CSR – a step forward for all entities to partner and make this place a better place to live.
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