Lancaster University Management School - 54 Degrees Issue 18

FIFTY FOUR DEGREES | 3 Using social media to bridge inequalities Through his work in Pakistan and Ghana, Dr Uzair Shah is looking at how social media can help female entrepreneurs bridge social inequalities. In this issue... 30 Gambling with Public Health Dr Carolyn Downs outlines her work looking at the extent of problem gambling in Lancashire. 10 What price a greener planet? Professor Dakshina De Silva and Dr Anita Schiller investigate if people will pay more for green products. 46 Tackling the Imposter How can employers help employees with Imposter Syndrome. Nia-maria Quinlan explains. 42 It’s Witchcraft Take a trip into the world of modernday online witches with PhD researcher Sophie James. How well are UK companies reporting on modern slavery? Dr Mahmoud Gad’s reveals how far UK companies are complying with modern slavery reporting regulations. 6 Educating for Sustainability Find out how Professor Jan Bebbington is introducing the next generation of accountants to sustainability practices. 14 Cybersecurity: When soft skills are as important as software Dr Robyn Remke describes how business can better train their workers to tackle cyber security issues. 26 Faith and sustainability in family businesses Dr Allan Discua Cruz studies how Christian business leaders apply their religious beliefs to their operations. The Practice of Wisdom Dr Sylvia D’souza outlines her work on how we come to make ethical decisions. 38 Wake up and smell the sustainability The work of Professor Linda Hendry finds out why Brazilian coffee companies take up sustainable business certifications. 18 50 22 34 A Greater Responsibility The Work Foundation’s Trinley Walker discusses their recent report on employer-employee relationships amid the cost of living crisis.

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