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The Effect Of Corporate Social Responsibility Activities On Corporate Acceptance In A Crisis Environment: A Study On The February 6, 2023 Earthquake

Year 2023, Volume: 26 Issue: 2, 328 - 344, 30.11.2023
https://doi.org/10.29249/selcuksbmyd.1311877

Abstract

Corporate acceptance refers to the positive perception and approval of a company's activities, values, and business practices by various stakeholders. During crisis periods, it is crucial for organizations to respond to societal expectations by focusing on social responsibility initiatives and playing an active role in post-crisis recovery, thereby demonstrating corporate citizenship. This is particularly significant in crises such as the major earthquake disaster that occurred in our country on February 6, 2023, which profoundly affected society and all aspects of life. In this study, a field research was conducted on social media users immediately after the February 6, 2023 earthquake to examine the impact of social responsibility initiatives during crisis situations on corporate acceptance. The findings indicate that social responsibility activities conducted for the benefit of society have significant effects on corporate acceptance. Additionally, findings indicate that corporate social responsibility activities have an impact on individuals' choices of workplace, purchasing decisions, trust towards the organization, and contributions to donation activities. Furthermore, it has been found that effectively communicating social responsibility efforts through mass media is a viable strategy, and during times of crisis, social media serves as the most reliable communication tool and source of information, particularly platforms such as Instagram and Twitter, which are extensively used for the purpose of "Keeping up with the News". In light of these findings, organizations aiming to build trust and achieve corporate acceptance would benefit from actively engaging in social responsibility activities that address the needs of the community in times of societal crises.

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Kriz Ortamında Yapılan Sosyal Sorumluluk Çalışmalarının Kurumsal Kabule Etkisi: 6 Şubat 2023 Depremi Üzerine Bir Araştırma

Year 2023, Volume: 26 Issue: 2, 328 - 344, 30.11.2023
https://doi.org/10.29249/selcuksbmyd.1311877

Abstract

Kurumsal kabul, bir şirketin aktivitelerinin, değerlerinin ve iş yöntemlerinin çeşitli paydaşlar tarafından olumlu bir şekilde algılanması ve onaylanmasıdır. Kriz dönemlerinde ise kurumların toplumun beklentilerine cevap vererek sosyal sorumluluk faaliyetlerine odaklanması ve kriz sonrası toparlanma sürecinde etkin bir rol oynayarak kurumsal vatandaşlık sergilemesi, toplumun güvenini kazanma ve takdirini artırma potansiyeline sahiptir. Özellikle 6 Şubat 2023 tarihinde ülkemizde yaşanan büyük deprem felaketi gibi toplumu ve yaşamı tüm yönleriyle etkileyen kriz durumlarında, şirketlerin, devlet kurumlarının ve bireylerin bu anlayışı ön plana alarak hareket etmeleri büyük önem taşımaktadır. Bu çalışmada, 6 Şubat 2023 depremi sonrasında sosyal medya kullanıcıları üzerinde gerçekleştirilen bir alan araştırması ile kriz ortamında yapılan sosyal sorumluluk çalışmalarının kurumsal kabul üzerindeki etkisi incelenmeye çalışılmıştır. Elde edilen veriler neticesinde toplum yararına yapılan sosyal sorumluluk çalışmalarının kurumsal kabul üzerinde önemli etkileri olduğu sonucuna varılmıştır. Ayrıca, kişilerin çalışacakları iş yeri seçimlerinde, satın alma kararlarında, kuruluşa güven duymalarında ve para bağışlama etkinliklerine katkıda bulunmalarında da etkilerinin oluğu bulgularına da ulaşılmıştır. Bu sonuçlardan başka, sosyal sorumluluk çalışmalarının kitle iletişim araçlarıyla duyurulmasının doğru bir strateji olduğu ve kriz dönemlerinde sosyal medyanın en güvenilir iletişim aracı ve bilgi kaynağı olduğu; özellikle de Instagram ve Twitter gibi uygulamaların "Gündemi Takip Etmek" amacıyla yoğun bir şekilde kullanıldığı bulgularına da ulaşılmıştır. Bu bulgular ışığında, güven oluşturmak ve kurumsal kabulü sağlamak isteyen kuruluşların toplumun ihtiyaçlarına kulak vererek sosyal sorumluluk çalışmalarını toplumsal kriz ortamlarında yoğun düzeyde gerçekleştirmelerinin yararlı olacağı sonucuna varılmıştır.

References

  • Alhouti, S., & D’Souza, G. (2018). Benefits Of Corporate Social Responsibility. Journal of Consumer Marketing, 35(3), 277–286.
  • Ateş, B., & Senal S. (2012). Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk Kapsamında Muhasebenin Sosyal Sorumluluğu: Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi’nde Bir Araştırma. Çukurova Üniversitesi İİBF Dergisi, 16(1), 71-85.
  • Bakan, Ö., & Kalender, A. (2007). Halkla İlişkiler Bağlamında Kurumsal İtibar ve Sosyal Sorumluluk. In B. Arık & M. Şeker (Eds.), İletişim ve Ötesi içinde (345-370). Tablet Yayınları.
  • Canöz, K., & Canöz, N. (2020). Halkla İlişkiler. Palet Yayınları.
  • Chen, C., Khan A., Hongsuchon T., Ruangkanjanases A., Chen Y., Sivarak O., & Chen S. (2021). The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility and Corporate Image in Times of Crisis: The Mediating Role of Customer Trust. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(16), 8275, 1-20.
  • Cutlip, S. M., Center, A. H., & Broom, G. M. (2001). Effective Public Relations, 8th edn, Pearson Prentice- Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ.
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  • Fernández-Feijóo Souto, B. (2009). Crisis and Corporate Social Responsibility: Threat or Opportunity?. International Journal of Economic Sciences and Applied Research, 2(1).
  • Gallant, B. (2008). Essentials In Emergency Management: Including The All-Hazards Approach. Government Institute: Lanham, MA.
  • Garay, L., & Font, X. (2012). Doing Good To Do Well? Corporate Social Responsibility Reasons, Practices And Impacts In Small And Medium Accommodation Enterprises. International Journal of Hospitality Management, 31, 329–337.
  • Hendarto, K. A. (2009). The Implementation Of Corporate Social Responsibility (Csr) In Central Java Earthquake. Gadjah Mada International Journal of Business, 11(3), 409–441.
  • Ho, F., & Hallahan, K. (2003). Post-Earthquake Crisis Communications In Taiwan: An Examination Of Corporate Advertising and Strategy Motives. Journal of Communication Management, 8(3), 291–306.
  • Johnson, B. R., Connolly, E., & Timothy S. C. (2011). Corporate Social Responsibility: The Role Of Fortune 100 Companies In Domestic And International Natural Disasters. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 18(6), 352-369.
  • Ketola, T. (2010). Responsible leadership: Building blocks of individual, organizational and societal behavior. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 17, 193–184.
  • Kotler, P., & Lee, N. (2006). Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluk. MediaCat.
  • Lyon D. (2004). How can you help organizations change to meet the corporate responsibility agenda?. Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 11, 133–139.
  • Öndoğan, A. G. (2021). Kurumsal Sosyal Sorumluluğun Kurumsal İtibara Etkisi. Hiperlink Yayınevi.
  • Šain, M. (2021). Corporate Social Responsibility In Times Of Crisis: Covid-19. EU and Comparative Law Issues and Challenges Series (ECLIC), 5, 706–727.
  • Shaw Rajib, & Sinha Ravi (2003) “Towards Sustainable Recovery: Future Challenges After The Gujarat Earthquake”, India. Risk Management, 5, 35–5.
  • Twigg, J. (2002). Corporate Social Responsibility and Disaster Reduction: Conclusions and Recommendations. University College London, 1-12.
  • Wood, D. (1991). Corporate social performance revisited. Academy of Management Review, 16(4), 691-718.
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Primary Language Turkish
Subjects Public Relations
Journal Section Original Research Articles
Authors

Ümmü Özlem Çerçi 0000-0002-5581-5587

Nilüfer Canöz 0000-0003-3424-3919

Kadir Canöz 0000-0003-1796-6621

Early Pub Date November 30, 2023
Publication Date November 30, 2023
Submission Date June 8, 2023
Published in Issue Year 2023 Volume: 26 Issue: 2

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APA Çerçi, Ü. Ö., Canöz, N., & Canöz, K. (2023). Kriz Ortamında Yapılan Sosyal Sorumluluk Çalışmalarının Kurumsal Kabule Etkisi: 6 Şubat 2023 Depremi Üzerine Bir Araştırma. Selçuk Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Meslek Yüksekokulu Dergisi, 26(2), 328-344. https://doi.org/10.29249/selcuksbmyd.1311877

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