Tag: Social Responsibility
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OPISAC Reforestation Initiatives Part 2
Deforestation in the Philippines has been shaped by many drivers, all of which must be considered within the reforestation initiatives by OPISAC and others. Read more
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DRC and the Challenges of Sustainable Development
The following matrix covers some of the most pressing operational obstacles faced in the DRC today, outlines their direct impacts on program delivery, identifies proven mitigation strategies Read more
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Social Assistance Programs and Fair Trade Policies
Fair trade rules make sure that access to these social assistance programs and benefits remains open to all, as long as individuals meet the requirements of the program. Read more
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Barter, Co-Ops, and Poverty Eradication
Some existing co-ops already use a barter system inside the group. In a barter system, people trade goods or services directly, without using money Read more
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Department of Social Welfare and Development and Sustainability
The cooperation of the Department of Social Welfare and Development is imperative for the success of OPISAC and the stated goals and objectives of the organization Read more
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Authoritarian Sustainability and the Local Context
The authoritarian sustainability and environmental experts do not see the problems with their approach. They do not understand that people do not like being forced to follow rules just for the common good. Read more
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Unintended Consequences and Good Intentions
The Law of Unintended Consequences explains what happens when people do something with good intentions, but the result is not what they expected Read more
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Academic Theory and Practical Application
The integration of ideas needed for the practical application of academic theory requires an integrated and adaptive approach. Read more
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Great Green Wall of Africa
The Great Green Wall has clear goals. The project wants to restore 100 million hectares of land that has become dry and useless. The project also wants to capture 250 million tons of carbon from the air Read more
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Barter System and Local Trade
The small-scale farmers need to sell their harvests quickly at reduced prices. The alternative is to risk losing everything if the crops spoil. Read more
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The Local Context in Decentralization and Sustainable Design
Local context is not only about location or geography. It also includes how people think, work, and live within their communities. Read more