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ACADEMY OF MANAGEMENT
This association of management management scholars is the the largest and oldest one (founded 1936), based at Pace University (New York). Among the various publications available, the Newsletter, Management, Spirituality and Religion interest group (MSR) – for which Thierry C. Pauchant is the current Publisher. |
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ADERSE
(Association pour le Développement de l'Enseignement et de la Recherche sur la Responsabilité Sociale de l'Entreprise, France)
Created in 2002 and committed to teaching and researching in the fields of Corporate Social Responsibility, the ADERSE group gathers more than 80 French-speaking academic and professional members (in French) |
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ASSOCIATION FOR PRACTICAL AND
PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
Founded in 1991 to encourage interdisciplinary scholarship and teaching in practical and professional ethics by educators and practitioners. It facilitates communication and joint ventures among centers, schools, colleges, business and nonprofit organizations and individuals. |
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BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS RESOURCE CENTER
An independent organization, run in partnership with Amnesty International and several large universities. Includes a large database, accessible free of charge (English, French and Spanish). |
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CANADIAN BUSINESS FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Founded in 1995, Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR) is a non-profit, business-led, national membership organization of Canadian companies who have made a commitment to operate in a socially, environmentally and financially responsible manner, and who recognize the interests of their stakeholders, including, investors, customers, employees, business partners, local communities and the environment and society at large. |
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THE CAUX ROUND TABLE
“The Caux Round Table (CRT) is an international network of principled business leaders working to promote a moral capitalism.” Based in Switzerland, its database and newsletter are available free of charge. |
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CHAIRE DE RESPONSABILITÉ SOCIALE ET DE DÉVELOPPEMENT DURABLE
Founded in 2000 at the École des sciences de la gestion de l'Université du Québec - Montréal, this Chair gathers teachers, researchers, students, and management practitioners who question the role of corporations in society and their managerial implications. |
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THE CONFERENCE BOARD OF CANADA
An independent applied research organization, with one of its objectives being to increase leadership competencies. An extensive database is partially accessible to the public, in both French and English. Additional services are available by subscription. |
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THE CORPORATION, DOCUMENTARY
A documentary film produced by Marc Achbazy, Jennifer Abbott and Joel Bakan on the role of multinational corporations in our world. Clips from the film are available online with interviews with Noam Chomsky, Peter Drucker, Milton Friedman, Michael Moore, Anita Roddick and Jeremy Rifkin, among others. |
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CORPWATCH
Corpwatch is an independent group based in the San Francisco Bay area. It aims to hold corporations accountable for their activities through education and activism. Resources available to the public. |
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COUNCIL FOR A PARLIAMENT OF THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS
Since 1893, this association has promoted harmony among different religions and spiritual communities around the world in pursuit of peace, justice and sustainable development. |
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CREUM
Focusing on philosophy and law the Center of Research in Ethics of
the University of Montreal has for main mission the advancement of knowledge and
training in the various fields of ethics. |
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DIALOG ON LEADERSHIP
Initiated by Claus Otto Sharmer, Peter Senge (MIT-SOL) and Michael Jung (McKinsey & Company) this Website offers free interviews, videos and arts on the subject of leadership, with, among others Brian Arthur, Arie De Geus and Eleanor Rosh. |
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EN QUÊTE MAGAZINE
En Quête is a new French language magazine which dares to take a different view on our world; a humane, compassionate and ethical view. Each edition presents dozens of articles dealing with one subject (war and peace, popular wisdom, childhood art, ethical business, etc.) and offering many beautiful photos. The Web site also offers numerous online resources. |
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ETHICS PRACTITIONERS' ASSOCIATION OF CANADA
This association regroups practionnners in ethics in Canada. For a fee, its members receive its newsletter - in English and French - and other advantages. |
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THE GLOBAL COMPACT
An Initiative created by Kofi Annan, Secretary General of the United Nations. The Compact brings private sector companies together with UN agencies, labor and civil society to support nine principles in the areas of human rights, labor and the environment. |
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GLOBAL ETHICS
An independent, nonsectarian, nonpartisan, nonprofit charitable membership organization dedicated to promoting ethical action in a global context. Their challenge is to explore the global common ground of shared values, elevate awareness of ethics and provide practical tools for making ethical decisions. Their website offers an extensive database. |
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GLOBAL REPORTING INITIATIVE
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is a cooperative effort involving many different stakeholders
and independent institutions. The group's mission is to develop and disseminate globally
applicable Sustainability Reporting Guidelines which can be used by organizations for
reporting on the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of their activities,
products, and services.
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GROUP FOR RESPONSIBLE INVESTMENT
A website on responsible investment, in English and French, which lists and describes the returns and criteria of a number of responsible funds. |
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GROUP FOR THE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF COMPANIES
The mission of this Quebec association is to influence companies on their social responsability, by different means including the economic power of its members and dialogue. Website in French. |
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THE INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL DISCERNMENT
The Institute of Professional Discernment (IPD) consists of leaders,
managers, consultants and researchers seeking to promote a discerning approach to
professional decision-making. In other words, proposing new ways to make decisions.
A place for exchange, for collective reflexion and awareness. (French only)
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INTEGRAL INSTITUTE
A large, independent network founded by the philosopher Ken Wilber of the United States. The Institute promotes integral research, tools and solutions to manage major issues confronting humanity in the areas of health, politics, education, business and the environment. |
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INTEGRAL LEADERSHIP
A free newsletter, edited by Russ Volckmann, which presents interviews, articles and Powerpoint presentations on the subjects of leadership, coaching, integral leadership, etc.; with, among others, Fred Kofman, Charles Hampden-Turner and Suzanne Cook-Gruter. |
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NFB'S CITIZENSHIFT
NFB's CITIZENShift is a web initiative to drive citizen involvement and social change
through cinema. It expresses a desire to transmit critical thinking and mobilization
through 'socially engaged' cinema. The website is host to fifty or so online documents
pertaining to an array of social issues authored by film-makers, students, professors,
activists and ordinary citizens. Voice your opinion, and contribute creatively!
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NET IMPACT
Net Impact is a powerful and influential network of close to 10,000 MBA students and professionals committed to using the power of business to create a better world. Through education, career resources, events, and access to an international network, Net Impact helps members to utilize their business skills for positive social change. |
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NOVETHIC
Novethic is a French resource center with expertise in the areas corporate social responsibility and socially responsible investing. The site and newsletter (in French) are available free of charge. |
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PROJECT ZERO
This project, initiated and directed by Howard Gardner (Graduate School of Education, Harvard University ) has for mission to understand and enhance learning, thinking and creativity in the arts, humanistic and scientific disciplines at the individual and institutional levels. See in particular the “Gook Work” project. |
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SOCIAL INVESTMENT ORGANIZATION
The SIO is the Canadian Association for socially responsible investments. Many resources on line. |
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SOCIETY FOR ORGANISATIONAL LEARNING
"SOL", created by Peter Senge (MIT) is an international learning community of organizations, individuals and local groups around the world. Its purpose is to bring about knowledge for fundamental innovations and change. Many resources online. |
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Union of Concerned Scientists
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Videos, Pagasus Communications
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