What is it about?
The study investigates the intersection of the business sector and Human Resource Development (HRD) in promoting social change, with a focus on poverty reduction. It highlights the importance of collaboration between HRD and philanthropy to equip leaders with the skills to tackle social issues and drive innovation. The research involves qualitative interviews with experts from various sectors to assess HRD's influence on social change and explore private sector roles in economic security initiatives. The ultimate goal is to create a system dynamics model that integrates social concerns into business practices and enhances philanthropic effectiveness.
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Why is it important?
The study is important because it addresses the critical role that the business sector and Human Resource Development (HRD) can play in driving social change, particularly in the context of poverty reduction. By emphasizing the collaboration between HRD and philanthropy, the research highlights the potential for training leaders who are equipped to tackle social issues and foster innovation. This is crucial because it can lead to more effective strategies for addressing economic and social challenges. The study aims to develop a system dynamics model to integrate social concerns into business practices, which could enhance the effectiveness of philanthropic efforts and create more sustainable and impactful solutions for social change. Understanding these dynamics is vital for creating a more equitable and prosperous society.
Perspectives
The importance of integrating social concerns into business practices and the potential for Human Resource Development (HRD) to drive social change is worth studying. I believe in the collaboration between businesses and philanthropy to address complex social issues like poverty reduction through innovative approaches and skill-building
Prof. Robert M Yawson, PhD
Quinnipiac University
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This page is a summary of: System Dynamics Modeling of Effective Social Sector and HRD Strategies for Social Change, February 2025, Peeref,
DOI: 10.54985/peeref.2502a3078944.
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