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
Vorwerk, Otto, Bahlsen, Kienbaum, Hipp
Cooperation on "Made in Germany - Made by Diversity" initiative as a sign against racism & discrimination.
"I think it's important that companies (...)
Patagonia
Patagonia, an outdoor apparel company, has taken a strong stand for environmental protection and sustainability. The company took legal action against the Trump administration ahead of the 2018 midterm elections to protect public lands and supports environmental initiatives (...)
Siemens, BASF, Robert Bosch
Eight top German managers argue in the opinion piece "Withdrawing from China cuts us off" for a new China strategy: more technological leadership, less dependence, and (...)
About You, Lufthansa, Deutsche Telekom, Spotify
German Telekom cooperates with the Federal Agency for Civic Education on Wahl-O-Mat project; Spotify creates "Get Vocal, Europe!" playlists (...)
Nike
“Dream Crazier” campaign with football player Colin Kaepernick against discrimination and racism. (...)
Rewe Group
Following the ban of the "One Love" captain's armband by the DFB (German Football Association) at the World Cup in Qatar, the German Supermarket chain Rewe announce (...)
NOMOS Glashütte
Explicit distancing from AfD (“Alternative für Deutschland”) party in light of its right-wing extremism plus initiation of internal employee (...)
Airbnb
Positioning against right-wing extremism through public statement as well as profile blocking of right-wing extremist users. (...)