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The management of sports organizations is at the crossroad of responsible, sustainable, and ethical management in the different sports sectors. This chapter problematizes the challenges of local and global practices, the influence of cultural contexts, and the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders. Being at the crossroads of responsibility and sustainability, this chapter underscores the importance of ethical decision-making and transparency. This chapter emphasizes the global significance of responsible management, sustainability, and ethics in shaping an inclusive future for sports organizations worldwide.
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Heikkinen, S., Hallmann, K., Vehmas, HM. (2024). Theoretical Framework. In: Hallmann, K., Heikkinen, S., Vehmas, H. (eds) Management of Sport Organizations at the Crossroad of Responsibility and Sustainability. Sports Economics, Management and Policy, vol 25. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-52489-9_2
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