Transnational civil society organizations can have a massive influence on economic decisions and regulatory measures concerning market governance. They raise and manage important funds and have organizational structures that can be compared to transnational companies. Comparable to transnational companies, decisions of international non-governmental organizations are not based on democratic elections.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Global Markets & Global Civil Society: Influence & Legitimacy
- Introduction
- Growing Influence of Global Civil Society
- Clean Clothes Campaign
- Shell Boycott
- Legitimacy of Global Civil Society
- Accountability of Global Civil Society
- Geographic Distribution of NGOs in Consultative Status with the UN
- Maintaining Legitimacy
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the increasing influence of transnational civil society organizations in global markets and examines the question of their legitimacy. It analyzes how these organizations can impact economic decisions and regulations, highlighting their role in promoting transparency and accountability.- Influence of Transnational Civil Society Organizations in Global Markets
- Legitimacy of Transnational Civil Society Organizations
- Accountability of Transnational Civil Society Organizations
- Role of Funding in Shaping the Agenda of Global Civil Society
- Importance of Transparency and Accountability for Maintaining Legitimacy
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The essay begins by outlining the growing influence of transnational civil society organizations in global markets, particularly in the 1990s. It examines how advancements in communication technology facilitated the organized mobilization of the public and empowered these organizations to exert significant pressure on corporations through public awareness campaigns and boycotts. The essay then delves into the issue of legitimacy, questioning whether these organizations adhere to the same democratic principles they demand from their targets. The author addresses the concerns regarding funding sources, acknowledging that Western industrialized nations and wealthy individuals often dictate the agenda of these organizations. The essay concludes by emphasizing the crucial need for transparency and accountability for global civil society organizations to maintain legitimacy and retain influence.Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main focus of the essay is on the relationship between global markets and global civil society. It examines the influence and legitimacy of transnational civil society organizations, particularly NGOs, in shaping economic decisions and regulatory measures. Key themes include transparency, accountability, funding, democratic principles, and the role of public awareness campaigns and boycotts in influencing corporate behavior.Frequently Asked Questions
How do civil society organizations influence global markets?
They impact economic decisions through public awareness campaigns, boycotts (like the Shell boycott), and by pressuring corporations to adopt transparent and accountable practices.
What is the "legitimacy crisis" facing transnational NGOs?
Critics question whether these organizations, which demand democracy from others, are themselves democratic, especially since their decisions are not based on public elections.
How does funding affect the agenda of global civil society?
Funding from Western industrialized nations and wealthy individuals often dictates the priorities and agendas of these organizations, raising concerns about their independence.
What was the role of communication technology in the 1990s for NGOs?
Advancements in technology allowed for faster mobilization of the public, enabling NGOs to exert significant pressure on global market governance.
Why are transparency and accountability crucial for NGOs?
Transparency and accountability are essential for maintaining public trust and ensuring that organizations remain legitimate influencers in the global regulatory landscape.
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- Natalie Züfle (Author), 2008, Global markets and global civil society: Influence & Legitimacy”, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/180083
