THE LEGAL NATURE AND CHARACTERISTICS OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AS A SOCIO-LEGAL INSTITUTION: A LABOR LAW PERSPECTIVE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15340904Keywords:
Corporate Social Responsibility, labor law, socio-legal institution, international labor standards, ILO, employer obligations, workers’ rights, legal regulationAbstract
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has transcended its initial voluntary nature and has become a key element in shaping labor relations and influencing regulatory frameworks. This article explores CSR as a socio-legal institution, focusing on its transformation from ethical obligation to legal expectation in labor law. It discusses the theoretical foundations of CSR, its evolution, its intersection with labor rights, and its incorporation into international labor standards, national legislation, and judicial interpretations. The study employs a comparative and normative methodology, emphasizing the legal obligations of employers, the role of workers' rights, and the impact of international instruments such as the ILO Conventions and the UN Global Compact. The paper concludes with recommendations on strengthening CSR's legal enforceability and embedding it within national labor legal systems to promote sustainable and equitable employment practices.
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