Q3. Name, and give an example of, the five dimensions of socially responsible purchasing.

Diversity concerns procurement activities associated with women-owned or minority

organizations, environment includes considerations such as waste reduction and the design of
products for reuse or recycling, human rights issues include child labour laws as well as
sweat shop labour, philanthropy focuses on employee volunteer efforts and philanthropic
contributions, safety concerns the safe transportation of purchased products, as well as the
safe operation of relevant facilities.