Define 'social responsibility' in the context used by SMHLA. Contrast how short and long-term investors' interest perspectives may affect SMHLA's attitude to corporate social responsibility.

Case 19 Business Growth Strategies at SM Holistic Living Academy 105 The education that the children receive from this programme is unlike elsewhere for they are encouraged to develop their analytical mind and cultivate positive thought patterns. Good character is reinforced with creative teamwork and projects. Character building programme objectives: To develop compassion for other beings so that they serve others from their hearts To encourage self-awareness, confidence and mind mastery To inculcate positive thought patterns that will instil self- empowerment and independent thinking To instil discipline in every area of life To guide children down the path of discipline, truth and righteousness.Corporate social responsibility/humanitarian activities SMHLA's corporate social responsibilities and humanitarian activities are the pride of the academy. Besides conducting the necessary certificate/ diploma skills and knowledge courses, SHMLA is also strongly involved in the following activities: wino ton ob esandoo morta PawPrints Natural Rescue smod Einabuja bus This activity is initiated to rescue injured stray animals with natural and alternative methods of healing, and finding them loving homes. Women's Life Force in Action is availoH bun Inrisk A women support circle called the 'Women's Life Force in Action' has been set up to provide support in various ways to grieving women who are afflicted by physical or emotional abuse, abandonment, etc. Character building programme for kids ellila sall vlog Children are the pillars of society. When children are taught the proper values, they will eventually grow up to be good leaders. Only with the peace. leadership of people with good values will the world live in harmony and The SM character building programme for children was launched in order to help children cultivate good values and principles. They are also taught lessons on importance of self-empowerment, developing compassion for others and rational thinking. The values imparted to the children help them to blossom into thinkers who cultivate unconditional love for other beings