The role of self-esteem in shaping social engagement 
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Rola samooceny w kształtowaniu zaangażowania społecznego w kontekście raportowania ESG
The role of self-esteem in shaping social engagement in the context of ESG reporting

Author(s): Katarzyna Chłapek, Sylwia Krajewska, Bozena Guziana, Anna Stronczek
Subject(s): Economy, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Stowarzyszenie Księgowych w Polsce
Keywords: self-esteem; self-esteem enhancement; social engagement; sustainable development; ESG reporting

Summary/Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the article is to determine the role of self-esteem in the sense of individual agency in terms of sustainable development and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting among professionals associated with accounting. Methodology/approach: The study is based on a critical analysis of the literature, the methods of analysis and logical construction, and the application of statistical tools. It utilizes statistical methods, including Pearson’s linear correlation and the t-Student test, for a detailed analysis of the relationship between self-esteem and social engagement in the context of sustainable development among individuals associated with ac-counting. Findings: The study results suggest a connection between the level of self-esteem and engagement in sustainable development. The conclusions can be utilized for designing training programs to develop sustainable development skills. Research limitations/implications: The simplified measurement method of variables and their broad context may not encompass the full range of factors that influence social engagement in sustainable development. Originality/value: The article expands knowledge of the factors that influence social engagement in sustainable development. Furthermore, it emphasizes the potential application of tools for enhancing self-esteem to increase social engagement, especially in the context of sustainable development and ESG.

  • Issue Year: 48/2024
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 93-110
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Polish
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