Mentoring in the Workplace
Read this overview of mentoring program models, best practices, benefits to the different parties involved, and ideas for measuring impact.
Community Involvement
LEARN | DISCUSS | EXPLORE THE DATA | BUILD YOUR BUSINESS CASE | FAQS
Community involvement is the power to bring positive, measurable change to both the communities in which you operate and to your business. Community involvement examples include in-kind and financial donations, employee volunteer days, skills-based volunteering programs, enduring nonprofit partnerships, and more. The business case for corporate community involvement has never been stronger. Below you will find resources and opportunities to help support your work in corporate community involvement.
BCCCC offers online courses, certificate programs, in-person and hybrid learning experiences--all related to corporate community involvement. The Center also hosts a Community Involvement Advisory Board. You can learn more about these opportunities below. Please note that CI Board Service is open to BCCCC members only. If your company is not yet a member, ask us about joining!
Corporate Giving: Maximizing Effectiveness
Join this course and learn how to assess where your philanthropic investments can have the most positive impact—both in the company and in the community. Browse the full course description and explore other C.I.-related courses below.
Earn Your Corporate Citizenship Certificate
BCCCC offers three certificate programs that include corporate community involvement-related coursework. Whether you're looking for an overview of CSR/ESG concepts, and you're working to grow your leadership skills as a C.I. executive, we have you covered.
Community Involvement Advisory Board
Learn, network, and co-author annual Board bulletins. Meeting monthly, September through May, this Board is open to BCCCC MEMBERS ONLY. If your company is not yet a member, ask us about joining!
BCCCC Member Spotlight
“Our purpose is to help create thriving communities. No one wants to see anyone go hungry. Helping those in need is at the heart of our culture, and our employees are a driving factor in this work.”
Featured Stories
Data & Best Practices on Environmental Sustainability in Business
STATE OF CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP
Access: BCCCC Members Only; Executive Summary Available for Non-Members
Reading Time: 10 minutes
Helpful When: Exploring how business leaders view environmental sustainability
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS REPORT
Access: BCCCC Members Only; Non-Members Request Access via ccc@bc.edu
Reading Time: 15 minutes
Helpful When: Preparing to evaluate your supply chain
THE BUSINESS CASE FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Access: BCCCCC Members Only; Non-Members Request Access via ccc@bc.edu
Reading Time: 15 minutes
Helpful When: Developing a business case for more sustainable business practices
Build Your Business Case with Research-Backed Findings
BCCCC regularly vets and curates empirical studies to help our members inform their work and make related business cases. Browse the latest studies below.
Executives love stories and they need facts. Delivered twice monthly, this series of research studies can help you create the best business case for your programs.
Environmental sustainability refers to the responsible interaction with the environment to avoid depletion or degradation of natural resources and allow for long-term environmental quality. It is based on the principle that resources should be used in a way that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
FAQs: Environmental Sustainability for Businesses
Environmental sustainability is the responsible interaction with the environment to avoid depletion or degradation of natural resources and allow for long-term environmental quality. It involves practices that support ecological balance, reduce pollution, and conserve resources to ensure a healthy planet for future generations.
Environmental sustainability is crucial for businesses as it helps reduce operational costs, enhances brand reputation, ensures compliance with regulations, and mitigates risks related to environmental damage. Sustainable practices also contribute to long-term business viability by securing resources and fostering positive relationships with stakeholders.
Examples of sustainable practices include reducing energy consumption, using renewable energy sources, minimizing waste through recycling and composting, conserving water, implementing sustainable supply chain management, and promoting eco-friendly products and packaging.
Start by conducting an environmental audit to assess your current impact. Set measurable sustainability goals, such as reducing carbon emissions or water usage. Develop and implement a sustainability strategy, educate and involve employees, and continuously monitor and report on your progress. Partnering with sustainability experts or organizations can also provide valuable guidance.
Environmental sustainability is a key component of CSR, as it reflects a company's commitment to ethical behavior, environmental stewardship, and community well-being. Incorporating sustainability into CSR initiatives can enhance a company's reputation, attract customers and investors, and contribute to overall corporate success.
Challenges include the initial costs of sustainable technologies and practices, resistance to change within the organization, lack of knowledge or expertise, and navigating complex regulations. However, these challenges can be overcome through strategic planning, employee engagement, continuous education, and leveraging available resources and support.
The Center for Corporate Citizenship (BCCCC) is a corporate membership organization dedicated to advancing corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and disclosure. We combine the most valuable aspects of a professional network with the resources of a leading academic institution, housed within the Boston College Carroll School of Management. Our membership includes over 500 socially responsible companies and more than 10,000 individual professionals worldwide.
At BCCCC, we help companies improve their CSR and ESG efforts by providing a wide variety of resources and globally recognized learning and networking opportunities. Our services include:
- Sustainability Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations to understand your current environmental impact and identify areas for improvement.
- Strategy Development: Guidance in creating effective sustainability strategies tailored to your business needs.
- Training and Workshops: Educational programs to build your team’s expertise in sustainability practices and principles.
- Empirical Evidence Support: Helping your decision-making processes with data-backed insights and research.
- Real-time Peer Support: Facilitating connections with a network of professionals for sharing best practices and solutions.
Many of our resources are member-exclusive, offering access to in-depth tools, reports, and consultations. However, we also provide free resources like our blog, webinars, and the International Corporate Citizenship Conference, where you can learn about topics such as mentoring in the workplace and supplier diversity programs.
Companies typically seek our assistance in three main areas: enhancing their environmental sustainability practices, improving social responsibility initiatives, and strengthening governance and transparency. By joining BCCCC, your company gains access to invaluable support and expertise to achieve your sustainability goals.