This case study examines the collaboration between NGOs and corporate CSR foundations, focusing on the Gaja Yatra project by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) and HCL Foundation (HCLF). Their partnership addressed human–elephant conflicts while promoting biodiversity conservation. Key collaborative efforts included stakeholder engagement, resource sharing, and multilevel partnerships. However, challenges arose on several fronts, such as project alignment, resource estimation, and community resistance. The Gaja Yatra exemplifies how strategic collaboration can effectively tackle environmental issues while benefiting local communities, emphasizing the need for adaptive management and strong communication in successful CSR initiatives.

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Balancing Rights, Needs, and Interventions—The CSR Case of Gaja Yatra

  • N. Sivakumar,
  • Arnesh Telukdarie,
  • Maddubailu Suresh Saivinod

摘要

This case study examines the collaboration between NGOs and corporate CSR foundations, focusing on the Gaja Yatra project by the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) and HCL Foundation (HCLF). Their partnership addressed human–elephant conflicts while promoting biodiversity conservation. Key collaborative efforts included stakeholder engagement, resource sharing, and multilevel partnerships. However, challenges arose on several fronts, such as project alignment, resource estimation, and community resistance. The Gaja Yatra exemplifies how strategic collaboration can effectively tackle environmental issues while benefiting local communities, emphasizing the need for adaptive management and strong communication in successful CSR initiatives.