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Title Integrating UN Sustainable Development Goals into family business practices: a perspective article
ID_Doc 34524
Authors Hanna, B; Xu, GD; Wang, XZ; Hossain, J
Title Integrating UN Sustainable Development Goals into family business practices: a perspective article
Year 2024
Published
DOI 10.1108/JFBM-10-2023-0243
Abstract PurposeThis paper explores the potential for family businesses (FBs) to play a pivotal role in advancing the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It seeks to elucidate how FBs' inherent strengths and values can be harnessed to integrate sustainable practices within their operational paradigms.Design/methodology/approachThe authors employed a literature review to synthesize all the information and identify how FBs' desire to pass on a healthy company to future generations encourages sustainable practices.FindingsFBs have the potential to contribute significantly to not only their own sustainability but also the broader well-being of society by aligning with the SDGs.Originality/valueThis paper provides practical insights for stakeholders, policymakers and business leaders seeking to foster a more inclusive and environmentally responsible economic landscape.
Author Keywords UN sustainable development goals; Family business; Sustainable practices; Inclusive development
Index Keywords Index Keywords
Document Type Other
Open Access Open Access
Source Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI)
EID WOS:001169399100001
WoS Category Management
Research Area Business & Economics
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