Chronology of Best Practices
CPR activities from around the world
Chronology of companies employing a socio-political stance
This section provides a chronological overview of companies that take responsibility in the public sphere in the sense of CPR. Examples range from encouraging employees to participate in democratic elections to rejecting illiberal policies and movements. CPR can take place in at least four fields of action:
1. Responsible Lobbying
Political advocacy focused on transparency, multi-stakeholder engagement, and the common good
1. Responsible Lobbying
Socio-political engagement, e.g. through educational activities, dialogue facilitation or community organizing
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All Examples
VAUDE
Antje von Dewitz, CEO of the outdoor clothing manufacturer VAUDE, has called on German corporate leaders to assume more political responsibility.
Idaho Leaders United (ILU)
Founded in 2023, the mission of this initiative is to speak up against extremism, bigotry and political violence in its members’ personal and professional networks.
Telstra, Wesfarmers, Bluescope and others
Numerous Australian business leaders have endorsed an open letter denouncing antisemitism. The text advocates for fair treatment for all Australians, underscoring the principles of respect, inclusivity, and dignity.
Edeka
Supermarket removes True Fruits "AfD" smoothie from its shelves, commenting that there is no space on their shelves for far-right ideology. (...)
GSK
The pharmaceuticals company GSK has a comprehensive anti-bribery and anti-corruption policy concerning the firm's lobbying activity. (...)
Adidas
The sporting goods company is ending its partnership with rapper Ye, effective immediately, following the rapper's anti-Semitic public statements (...).
Eon, Evonik, Lufthansa, Pfizer, Telekom, and others
500 German companies have joined forces to stand up for diversity and pluralism in a campaign called #Zusammenland (‘together land’). (...)
Apple, Nike, Ikea, Target
173 US-Businesses (including Apple, Nike, Ikea, Target) signed a letter urging senators to pass the Respect for Marriage Act. This would nationally codify federal marriage (...)