SRRNet's 24th International Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability (SRRNet2026)

We welcome interdisciplinary contributions that bring together insights from management, economics, political science, sociology, environmental studies, and related fields. Both empirical and conceptual papers, as well as comparative perspectives from Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond, are encouraged to foster a rich dialogue on the evolving global landscape of CSR.

Papers are welcome on any topic related to this broad issue, and suggested themes for papers include:

1. CSR and Global Crises – corporate responsibility in contexts of war, pandemics, migration, and geopolitical instability.
2. Bridging Local Communities and Global Agendas: CSR for Inclusive Growth – CSR’s role in addressing inequalities, supporting rural development, and fostering trust in societies with diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
3. Digital Responsibility Beyond AI – data ethics, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, data ethics, cybersecurity, and responsible technology adoption.
4. Resilient Communities – CSR’s role in fostering social cohesion, rural development, and sustainable livelihoods.
5. Transnational CSR – how multinational corporations adapt CSR across different cultural, regulatory, and economic contexts.
6. Legal and Regulatory Perspectives on CSR – comparative legal frameworks, international standards, enforcement challenges, and governance mechanisms.
7. Entrepreneurial and SME Perspectives – CSR in startups and small-to-medium enterprises, social entrepreneurship, and innovation-driven responsibility.
8. Consumers and CSR – consumer expectations, ethical consumption, trust, and the role of public opinion in shaping corporate responsibility.
9. Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models – CSR in resource efficiency, waste reduction, green innovation, and regenerative practices.
10. CSR in Global Supply Chains – responsible sourcing, human rights, labor conditions, and the tension between globalization and localization.
11. CSR and Environmental Resilience – corporate strategies for biodiversity, climate adaptation, renewable energy, and disaster preparedness.
12. Regional Perspectives on CSR – lessons and challenges from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America; cross-cultural and comparative studies.
13. CSR and Stakeholder Engagement – the role of NGOs, governments, and communities in co-creating responsible business practices.
14. Measuring CSR Impact – methodologies, metrics, reporting standards, and critical evaluations of ESG frameworks.
15. Education and CSR – embedding responsibility in business education, capacity-building, and leadership development.
16. Energy and sustainability - renewable energy development, efficiency innovations, and responsible corporate practices that reduce carbon footprints and foster resilience.
17. National and extractive resources conservation - strategies for managing and conserving a nation’s natural and extractive resources responsibly, the role of corporate accountability in protecting ecosystems and local communities.
18. Environment and health -the impact of pollution, climate change, and corporate environmental policies on public health, sustainable business practices for healthier, more inclusive societies.