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Convergence Compass e-Learning Program

Convergence Center for Policy Resolution, Ongoing

https://convergencepolicy.org/convergence-compass

Convergence Compass is an online learning program for business, government, higher education and civic actors that teaches the psychology of division, dialogue strategies, and collaborative problem-solving. Developed from the Convergence Center for Policy Resolution's innovative methods, it equips participants to build trust, bridge divides, engage constructively on contentious issues, design effective processes —even when stakeholders hold strongly divergent views.

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Reputational Risks (A) – Corporate involvement in polarized issues carries risk if the company is seen as partisan or ineffective; this program helps inform responsible engagement strategy.

Talent Management Productivity Issues (A) – Training in dialogue and collaboration supports internal culture, reducing employee polarization and improving productivity.

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Strategy in a Hyperpolitical World: How Principles Help

Martin Reeves of the BCG Henderson Institute, 2023

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The Erb Principles for Corporate Political Responsibility

2023

Developed with Erb Institute’s Corporate Political Responsibility Taskforce, in consultation with academics and over 40 stakeholder groups from across the political spectrum, the Erb Principles for CPR offer a thought process for non-partisan, defensible decisions in turbulent times. The principles of legitimacy, accountability, responsibility, and transparency provide actionable and non-partisan approach to weighing when, how and why to engage in political affairs, to manage risk and advance long-term value creation for business and society.

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The Financial and Economic Dangers of Democratic Backsliding

Layna Mosley, 2023

This report presents robust global data showing that democratic erosion—especially in advanced economies—is increasingly tied to higher costs of capital and greater economic volatility. It finds that more polarized environments tend to experience elevated equity risk premiums and reduced investment, posing long-term financial risks. The author urges businesses and investors to proactively incorporate these risks into their strategic planning, treating political instability as a material driver of market performance not just a political issue.

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ArticleThe Good Lobby

The Good Lobby Tracker

The Good Lobby, 2023

The Good Lobby Tracker assesses the major corporate political responsibility initiatives, from sustainability frameworks to ESG ratings, to enhance their transparency, accountability and action-ability. It is designed to help business practitioners, investors, civil society advocates, regulators and other stakeholders select the best methods and standards when assessing the corporate political footprint of companies.

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WebsiteBain & Company

The Visionary CEO’s Guide to Sustainability

2023

Bain's thoughts on how CEO's can best navigate the current environment to achieve sustainability goals.

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Trade Association Audits & Other Practical Steps

Yamika Ketu of the Ceres’ Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, 2023

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ArticleUnited Nations Global Compact

UN SDG 16 Business Framework: Inspiring Transformational Governance

2023

The Framework on transformational governance provides guidelines to help companies deepen business values and strategies, policies and operations and internal and external relationships. The Framework applies to corporate functions from government relations and public affairs to legal and compliance and focuses due diligence processes applied to investment risks and opportunities and environmental and social considerations. The Framework helps to better align governments, civil society and businesses towards a common agenda of leaving no one behind.

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Using EN-Roads to Explore Why Companies Should Prioritize Climate Policy

Amy Gobel of ARC, 2023

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Using the EN-Roads Simulator to Explore Why Companies Should Prioritize Climate Policy

Amy Gobel of ARC, 2023

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Why Would Companies Support POST-MAP-ASK?

Christine Mahoney of the University of Virginia, 2023

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Business’ Role in Reducing “Demand” for Polarization

Kristin Hansen of Civic Health Project with special guest Tara Leweling of Allstate, 2022

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WebsiteAAA Framework for US Climate Policy Leadership

AAA Framework for US Climate Policy Leadership

AAA Coalition, 2022

Urges business to include climate policy advocacy aligned with their sustainability strategies. Advocates for science-based climate actions, including supporting legislation aligned with the 1.5°C temperature limit and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, emphasizing the importance of lobbying efforts aligning with these objectives.

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

Addressing Disconnects Between CSR, Ethics, DEI, and Govt Affairs

Cecily Joseph, Board Director of MercyCorps, 2022

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

AI, Media Platforms and CPR in the 2024 Election

Katie Harbath, Former Director of Public Policy for Facebook, 2022

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VideoCorporate Political Responsibility Taskforce

An Historical View of Corporate Political Rights & Influence

Adam Winkler and Vikramaditya Khanna, 2022