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Innovation, Social Responsibility and Sustainability
While global challenges such as a future pandemics and global warming seem insurmountable, innovation and cumulative small changes can help towards managing such disruptive events.Innovation can encompass a new way of doing things, new products and services, and new solutions; in organizations where innovation can flourish, progress and resilience can be achieved. This edited collection draws together a number of chapters, organized into two parts – developing social responsibility and developing sustainability – both of which are interlinked and interdependent.Topics presented range from: mandatory CSR in the banking industry to the professional integration of displaced persons to knowledge for and about sustainability, and many more.The diversity of the chapters gift readers an interdisciplinary examination of innovation, social responsibility and sustainability. Developments in Corporate Governance and Responsibility offers the latest research on topical issues by international experts and has practical relevance to business managers.
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Disaster Resilience and Sustainability : Japan’s Urban Development and Social Capital
This book examines urban planning and infrastructure development in Japanese cities after the second world war as a way to mitigate the risks of disasters while pursuing sustainable development.It looks at the benefits of social capital and how communities organise to tackle problems during the recovery phase after a disaster.The book also illustrates with case studies to highlight community attitudes which improve recovery outcomes. The book underlines challenges such as ageing and depopulation which Japan would face should the next disaster occur.These demographic shifts are causing difficulties among neighbourhood associations at a time when communities need to effectively support each other.Nakanishi explains why overcoming these societal issues is imperative for sustainability and the need for a comprehensive approach which would integrate smart technology. This book will be of interest to scholars in city development and planning, urban studies and human geography, as well as those interested in building resilient communities.
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Tourism, Resilience and Sustainability : Adapting to Social, Political and Economic Change
In a world increasingly faced with, and divided by, regional and global crises, resilience has emerged as a key concept with significant relevance for tourism. A paradigmatic shift is taking place in the long-term planning of tourism development, in which the prevailing focus on sustainability is being enhanced with the practical application of resilience planning.This book provides a critical appraisal of sustainability and resilience, and the relationship between the two.Contributions highlight the complexity of addressing social change with resilience planning in a range of tourism contexts, from islands to mountains, from urban to remote environments, and in a range of international settings.Case studies articulate how tourism is both an agent of social change and a victim of larger change processes, and provide important lessons on how to deal with increasingly unstable economic, social and environmental systems. This is the first book to specifically examine social change and sustainability in tourism through a resilience lens.This much-needed contribution to the literature will be a key resource for those working in tourism studies, tourism planning and management, social geography, and development studies, among others.
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Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Mission-driven ventures have the power to change the world and solve today’s most pressing social problems.Social Entrepreneurship equips students with the theories, models, tools, and templates they need to generate ideas and shape opportunities into impactful social enterprises.Author Carole Carlson uses a variety of real-world examples, cases, and profiles to illustrate how entrepreneurs around the world are changing their communities.Exercises allow students to practice developing their entrepreneurial skillset as they learn the fundamentals of structuring, financing, marketing, and scaling social ventures.Whatever social cause your students are passionate about, they will find Social Entrepreneurship a vital resource for making their vision a reality.
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What is social security training?
Social security training refers to programs and courses designed to educate individuals about the social security system and how it works. This training typically covers topics such as eligibility requirements, benefits calculation, application procedures, and rights and responsibilities of beneficiaries. The goal of social security training is to help individuals understand their entitlements and make informed decisions about their retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. This training can be provided by government agencies, non-profit organizations, or financial institutions.
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What is the definition of social security and social justice?
Social security refers to a government program that provides financial assistance to individuals who are retired, disabled, or unemployed. It is designed to ensure that people have a basic level of income and access to essential services. Social justice, on the other hand, is the concept of fair and equitable treatment for all members of society, regardless of their background or circumstances. It involves addressing inequalities and working towards a society where everyone has equal opportunities and rights. Both social security and social justice are important for creating a more inclusive and fair society.
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Were the social security contributions criticized?
Yes, the social security contributions were criticized for being too high and burdensome for both employees and employers. Critics argued that the high contributions were hindering job creation and economic growth, as they increased the cost of labor for businesses. Some also raised concerns about the sustainability of the social security system in the long term, given the aging population and increasing strain on the system.
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Are social security contributions too high?
The answer to whether social security contributions are too high depends on various factors such as the country's economic situation, the level of benefits provided, and the overall social security system in place. In some cases, high contributions may be necessary to sustain a generous social security system that provides adequate support to its citizens. However, excessively high contributions could also burden individuals and businesses, potentially hindering economic growth. It is essential to strike a balance between ensuring the sustainability of the social security system and not placing an undue financial strain on contributors.
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Corporate Sustainability in the 21st Century : Increasing the Resilience of Social-Ecological Systems
Corporate sustainability needs a rethink. We have entered the human-influenced Anthropocene age, and we are witnessing accelerating changes in earth system processes.Businesses’ current initiatives, such as product innovation and pollution reduction, are not enough to combat the intensifying social-ecological challenges that face us. Corporate Sustainability in the 21st Century is an innovative new textbook which provides a fresh conceptual framework for understanding and engaging with sustainability, now and in the future – "Business In Nature." This book critically discusses key concepts and topics related to corporate sustainability, with a focus on corporate sustainability strategies and corporate value chains.Setting itself apart from existing books, it introduces ideas from global ecology and the natural sciences to provide readers with a new language for discussing business and sustainability.This book maintains an international perspective throughout, with a wealth of examples, case studies and discussion questions.It will be a valuable text for students of corporate sustainability; business, nature and society; and environmental studies, and will also be useful for managers seeking a new perspective on how being "green" can fit with business goals.
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Social Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation : Ecosystems for Inclusion in Europe
This book provides comprehensive and advanced analysis of the characteristics of social entrepreneurship in Europe.It offers innovative, up-todate research on the ecosystems of social entrepreneurship, the behavior of social entrepreneurs, their ability to produce social innovation, social capital and social inclusion, and the role of stakeholders in fostering socially oriented businesses.Moreover, it addresses the diversity of the European social enterprise sector from an evolutionary perspective, with particular reference to the rise of social entrepreneurship and the role of new-generation social entrepreneurs throughout Europe.Multidisciplinary contributions authored by experts from business and accounting, economics, and sociology serve the purpose of delivering a holistic study of social entrepreneurship, also providing the necessary data for delivering policy implications on the features of the most effective enabling social and institutional ecosystems. The broad approach, based on different theoretical frameworks and methodologies across numerous disciplines, enables the authors to tackle all of the complex research issues connected to social entrepreneurship in the region.The book builds on the results of the European Union 7FP (European Union’s Research and Innovation funding program for 2007–013)-funded “EFESEIIS – Enabling the flourishing and evolution of social entrepreneurship for innovative and inclusive societies” research project. The central theme of the book is an evolutionary perspective on the dynamics and the rise of the social enterprise in Europe.This evolutionary perspective can be used in an economic as well as a social longitudinal analysis of changing contexts and entrepreneurial practices.The evolutionary perspective will be used as a tool to account for the specificity of developmental pathways in different contexts and countries.
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The Struggle for Social Sustainability : Moral Conflicts in Global Social Policy
The ongoing social crises and moral conflicts evident in global social policy debates are addressed in this timely volume. Leading interdisciplinary scholars focus on the ‘social’ of social policy, which is increasingly conceived in a globalised form, as new international agreements and global goals engender social struggles.They tackle pressing ‘social questions’, many of which have been exacerbated by COVID-19, including growing inequality, changing world population, ageing societies, migration and intersectional disadvantage. This ground-breaking volume critically engages with contested conceptions of the social which are increasingly deployed by international institutions and policy makers.Focusing on social sustainability, social cohesion, social justice, social wellbeing and social progress this text is even more crucial as policy makers look to accelerate socially sustainable solutions to the world’s biggest challenges.
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Readings for Diversity and Social Justice
For nearly 20 years, Readings for Diversity and Social Justice has been the trusted, leading anthology to cover a wide range of social oppressions from a social justice standpoint.With full sections dedicated to racism, religious oppression, classism, ableism, youth and elder oppression, as well as an integrative section dedicated to sexism, heterosexism, and transgender oppression, this bestselling text goes far beyond the range of traditional readers.New essay selections in each section of this fourth edition have been carefully chosen to keep topic coverage timely and readings accessible and engaging for students.The interactions among these topics are highlighted throughout to stress the interconnections among oppressions in everyday life.A Table of Intersections leads you to selections not in the section dedicated to an issue. Retaining the key features and organization that has made Readings for Diversity and Social Justice an indispensable text for teaching issues of social justice while simultaneously updating and expanding its coverage, this new edition features: Over 40 new selections considering current topics and events such as the Black Lives Matter movement, workplace immigration raids, gentrification, wealth inequality, the disability rights of prisoners and inmates, and the Keystone XL pipeline protests. An updated companion website with additional resources and short classroom-friendly videos that further complement the readings in each section. A holistic approach to sexism, gay, lesbian, trans and gender-queer oppression that challenges widely-held assumptions about the usual practice of separating analyses of sex and gender binaries. A more optimistic focus on the role of social justice at all levels of society, whether personal, institutional local, or global, and the intersections among them.Offering over 140 selections from some of the foremost scholars in a wide range of fields, Readings for Diversity and Social Justice is the indispensable volume for every student, teacher, and social justice advocate.
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Who is entitled to social security?
In general, individuals who have paid into the social security system through payroll taxes during their working years are entitled to receive social security benefits. This includes workers, retirees, disabled individuals, and certain family members of eligible workers. The specific eligibility requirements and benefit amounts can vary based on factors such as age, work history, and disability status.
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Who pays for social security contributions?
Social security contributions are typically paid by both employees and employers. In most countries, employees have a portion of their salary deducted to contribute to social security, while employers also make contributions on behalf of their employees. These contributions help fund various social security programs such as retirement benefits, disability benefits, and healthcare. The specific rates and rules for social security contributions vary by country.
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What is a social security agreement?
A social security agreement is a bilateral agreement between two countries that coordinates the social security systems of both countries. These agreements are designed to help people who have worked in both countries and may be eligible for social security benefits from each country. The agreements help to prevent double taxation and ensure that individuals receive the benefits they are entitled to, regardless of where they have worked or lived. These agreements also help to promote international trade and labor mobility by removing barriers related to social security.
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Is there social security in the USA?
Yes, the United States has a social security system in place. Social Security is a federal program that provides financial assistance to retired and disabled individuals, as well as survivors of deceased workers. Workers contribute to the Social Security system through payroll taxes, and in return, they are eligible to receive benefits when they retire or become disabled. Social Security is an important safety net for many Americans, providing financial stability during their retirement years.
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