Author: Dr. Jyoti Mane & Asst. Prof. Snehal Sarnot
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/03121016
Abstract: Employee wellbeing is an important aspect of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), as it integrates organizational sustainability with people-focused initiatives. This paper analyzes how CSR programs can promote employee welfare, not simply as charitable initiatives but as critical measures for long-term business success. The study examines how welfare programs—like health and safety, skill development, and work-life balance support employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity using theories and data. It also points out the pitfalls of cosmetic CSR, where welfare activities are carried out solely for image-building rather than true employee benefit. By taking a critical perspective, the paper underlines the necessity for firms to make employee wellbeing a fundamental aspect of their CSR policies, linking them with ethical ideals, stakeholder demands, and environmental goals. The study comes to the Conclusion that employee welfare should be viewed as both a strategic advantage and a moral obligation, assisting firms in becoming healthier, more diverse, and future-ready.
Keywords: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Employee Welfare, Sustainable Organizational Practices, Organizational Sustainability
Page No: 106-110