The Public Role of Private Enterprise: Evaluating What Works, Developing Leaders, Supporting Policy and Practice. CRI 2nd Anniversary Report 2004-2006

Abstract

The Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative (CRI) seeks to study and enhance the public role of private enterprise and to develop future leaders who can operate across the boundaries of the public, private, and civil society sectors. Through an integrated and multi-disciplinary program of research, education, and outreach activities, the Initiative explores the intersection of corporate responsibility, governance, public policy, and the media. In particular, the program explores ways in which companies can work collectively with each other or in partnership with governments and civil society organizations to help solve complex public problems, both in the United States and internationally. In all of its activities, the Initiative aims to bring together academics, students, and practitioners, with the goal of bridging theory and practice, building cross-boundary leadership skills, and supporting dialogue and collaboration among different sectors. Our vision is to become a globally recognized center of excellence and source of reference.