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[Research Library], BIPOC - Politics and Public Affairs, BIPOC Research, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Public Affairs

This abstract is summarized by IPR from the original journal article published in the Journal of Black Studies. Dr. Damion Waymer and Dr. Robert L. Heath explored racial gerrymandering in the U.S. state of South Carolina. A case study was conducted to look at political control, power management, and government communication. Researchers found that messaging … Continue reading Black Voter Dilution, American Exceptionalism, and Racial Gerrymandering: The Paradox of the Positive in Political Public Relations →

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The increased threat of and heightened concern for terrorist attacks since 9/11 has reinvigorated the debate about industrial production security efforts, especially in the chemical manufacturing and refining industry. Through a telephone survey (n=400), researchers examined public perceptions of industry preparedness in the event of terrorism by featuring several risk communication variables. Results suggest that … Continue reading Terrorism and Industrial Chemical Production →

[Research Library], Trust

Scott Cutlip and others have offered conceptual insights to illuminate the interconnections of public relations, power and ethical decision making. This literature broadly examines power as an individual, organizational and societal topic by featuring themes of (a) systems based structural/functionalism and (b) co-created, socially constructed meaning – the sociopolitical role of shared meaning. Power_PublicRelations

[Research Library], Corporate Social Responsibility

The purpose of this paper is to ground and expand the examination and appreciation of community relations, and to foster additional theorizing. Our continuing review of CSR literature and best practices leads us to two basic conclusions. First, although the scholarly literature and best practices commentary often treat CSR as a singular concept with universal … Continue reading Corporate Social Responsibility: Different Fabrics →

[Research Library], Corporate Social Responsibility

As we focus on the “triangle” of reputation, relationship, and responsive rectitude, we get a clear picture of the conditions and strategic presentation of organizations engaged proactively in the CSR movement. We have much to learn from scholarly literature. And, we can gain insights from heavily engaged organizations. There is a growing commitment to not … Continue reading Corporate Social Responsibility: Three R’s →

[Research Library], Corporate Social Responsibility

This essay discusses the perplexities and challenges of corporate social responsibility (CSR). The essay features the “what”, “why”, and “how” of CSR. The Challenge of Corporate Responsibility To augment the Essential Knowledge Project, this essay discusses the perplexities and challenges of corporate social responsibility (CSR). The essay features the “what,” “why,” and “how” of CSR. … Continue reading Corporate Social Responsibility →