The Effectiveness of Cause-Related Marketing in MSME Products in Shaping ESD Awareness Among Urban Consumers of Sensatia Botanica

Luh Anggie Cintya Kamadewi (Universitas Udayana)
Ni Putu Meita Krisdayanti (Universitas Udayana)
Dita Refieta (Universitas Udayana)
Wayan Cherrie Hana Melati (Universitas Udayana)
Zahra Syakhira Iswan (Universitas Udayana)
Ni Kadek Rizky Ayu Wulandari (Universitas Udayana)
Ni Komang Marsari Dewi (Universitas Udayana)

ENTITA: Jurnal Pendidikan Ilmu Pengetahuan Sosial dan Ilmu-Ilmu Sosial
Special Edition: Renaisans 2nd International Conference of Social Studies

This study employs a qualitative approach to analyze the effectiveness of Cause-Related Marketing (CRM) on Sensatia Botanica products in shaping Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) awareness among urban consumers. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with five informants, supported by observation and documentation, and analyzed using triangulation techniques. The findings reveal that (1) consumer perceptions of CRM are generally positive and multidimensional, encompassing implicit understanding, perceived added value, and evaluation of authenticity; (2) consumers interpret social value as contributing to society and environmental value as reflecting commitment to sustainable practices, which are internalized into ESD awareness; and (3) CRM effectively fosters ESD awareness through cognitive understanding, emotional engagement, and encouragement toward value-driven consumption, although it remains largely at the level of behavioral intention. Overall, the study highlights CRM’s potential as a non-formal educational tool in promoting sustainability, with its effectiveness influenced by perceived authenticity and consumer trust.