Integrating career counseling into corporate social responsibility for workplace inclusion

Nancy Mohd Al Hamad 1, Chika Chioma Unachukwu 2, Blessing Osawaru 3, Ololade Elizabeth Adewusi 4 and Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba 5, *

1 Bridge the Gap, Dubai UAE.
2 Lagos State Ministry of Education, Lagos, Nigeria.
3 International School, Benin, Edo State, Nigeria.
4 Independent Researcher, UK.
5 Department of Information Management, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.
 
Review
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 11(01), 695–701.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.0110
Publication history: 
Received on 12 December 2023; revised on 21 January 2024; accepted on 24 January 2024
 
Abstract: 
This research explores the intricate interplay of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), workplace inclusion, and career counseling, aiming to integrate these elements for enhanced organizational dynamics. The study delineates the challenges and considerations associated with fusing career counseling into CSR initiatives, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach. Strategies such as embedding counseling in training, mentorship programs, and diversity initiatives are proposed. The intersection of CSR, workplace inclusion, and career counseling presents a promising framework for building a diverse, inclusive, and socially responsible workplace culture. The conclusion emphasizes a holistic, ethically guided, and adaptable approach, providing recommendations for successful integration and fostering sustainable organizational development.
 
Keywords: 
Corporate Social Responsibility; Workplace Inclusion; Career Counseling; Diversity Initiatives; Organizational Development
 
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