Stakeholder Engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility: Identification, Collaboration, and Impact
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-csr-lg-eth-ss-06
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About the Article
This article examines stakeholder engagement as a central component of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). It explores stakeholder identification, strategies for culturally sensitive engagement, and collaborative partnerships that amplify CSR impact. Case insights demonstrate how corporations, NGOs, governments, and academic institutions co-create initiatives that enhance legitimacy and sustainability. Evaluation tools such as participatory methods and Social Return on Investment (SROI) are discussed as mechanisms for measuring outcomes and ensuring accountability.
Key Topics
- Stakeholder identification and prioritization frameworks
- Cultural sensitivity and inclusive participation
- Transparency and trust in engagement processes
- Partnerships with NGOs, governments, and academic institutions
- Measuring impact through SROI and participatory evaluation
- Case insights from collaborative CSR practices
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Stakeholder Engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility: Identification, Collaboration, and Impact. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-csr-lg-eth-ss-06
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