Call for Papers: What makes Business Good? Organizing for Social Good
Journal: Strategic Change
Theme: Exploring What Makes Business Good? and Organizing for Social Good
Submission Deadline: 31st October 2023 (early submissions are welcome for quicker reviews)
Introduction:
The Journal Strategic Change invites researchers, scholars, and practitioners from various disciplines to contribute to a special issue exploring the fundamental question of "What makes business good?" and the concept of "Organizing for Social Good." This call for papers seeks to engage with innovative research, theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and practical insights that delve into the intersection of business and social impact. We aim to foster a multidisciplinary dialogue that advances our understanding of how businesses can contribute to societal well-being while maintaining their financial viability.
Background:
Businesses are integral to the fabric of society, playing a critical role in driving economic growth, employment, and innovation. However, the pursuit of profit often overshadows the broader societal implications of business activities. Consequently, there is a growing recognition that businesses should embrace a more holistic approach—one that considers the welfare of stakeholders beyond shareholders, including employees, customers, communities, and the environment.
The concept of "Organizing for Social Good" encompasses the idea of intentionally designing business strategies, structures, and practices that contribute to positive social outcomes. It involves reimagining the purpose of business beyond mere profit maximization and aligning organizational activities with broader societal goals. This special issue aims to explore the various dimensions of organizing for social good and shed light on the factors that contribute to the overall goodness of business.
A strategic and authentic approach to CSR, aligning it with core business objectives and measuring its impact transparently, are more likely to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes. But organisational authenticity is difficult to gauge. Morals, values and ethics provide individuals and societies the underpinning for the frameworks shaping behaviours, and create understanding of what is considered good or desirable. Authors should consider what good means in their context and how their contributions create or influence the ‘good’ work of an organisation.
Potential Topics:
The Journal SI welcomes original research papers, conceptual articles, case studies, and reviews that may include (but are not limited to) the following topics:
1. Ethical business practices and corporate social responsibility
2. The role of leadership in promoting social good within organizations
3. Sustainable business models, environmental stewardship, and implementation of UN Sustainable Development Goals
4. Impact investing and social entrepreneurship
5. Social innovation and technological advancements for societal benefit
6. Stakeholder theory and its application to organizational practices
7. Corporate governance and accountability for social good
8. Employee well-being, diversity, and inclusion in organizations
9. Business ethics education and its influence on future business leaders
10. Social impact measurement and reporting methodologies
11. Business model strategies for societal good
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12. Collaboration between businesses, governments, and non-profit organizations for social good
13. The role of business in addressing social challenges (e.g., poverty, inequality, climate change)
14. Value creation ‘for good’
Submission Guidelines:
Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts electronically via the Strategic Change Journal online submission system. All submissions should adhere to the journal's guidelines, available on the journal's website [insert website link]. Manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer-review process to ensure the highest quality and rigor. The journal also welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives and encourages collaborations between researchers from different disciplines.
Important Dates:
- Submission Deadline: 31st October 2023 (early submissions are welcome so we can initiate reviews straight away)
- Expected publication: 2024
We look forward to receiving your contributions and engaging in fruitful discussions on the complex interplay between business and social good. By sharing knowledge, insights, and best practices, we aim to inspire and guide businesses towards a future where they can thrive while making a positive impact on society.
Guest Editors
For any inquiries or further information, please contact the Guest Editors:
Professor Glenn Parry, University of Surrey glenn.parry@surrey.ac.uk
Professor David Sarpong, University of Aston d.sarpong1@aston.ac.uk
Strategic Change Journal Editorial Team
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E-mail: strategicchange@wiley.com
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