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The institutional framework of contemporary society has changed since the boundary between public and private spheres became increasingly fluid, with the State no longer the only actor to regulate the behaviour of social actors, nor indeed, the only actor to problematize what is public. Other actors have also begun to develop their own initiatives in relation to public matters, and this also applies to the environmental agenda. In this context, this article aims to develop an approach to public sector initiatives aimed at the environment by examining the experiences of the Public Management and Citizenship program database and the recent activities of the Friends of the Amazon Network. The conclusion is that such an approach should consider at least three elements: Transversality - environmental impacts involve different areas of knowledge and governmental action; No Neutrality - understanding environmental impacts involves negotiation in the public arena; Governance - environmental issues require coordination and relationships between different actors.

The role of B Corps in relation to women is significant within the context of entrepreneurship and gender equity. Recognized as B Corps, these business entities strive to create positive impacts both socially and environmentally while pursuing economic benefits. In the realm of gender equity, B Corps typically adopt inclusive practices and policies that enhance female participation and leadership at all organizational levels. The aim of this research is to demonstrate the impact of female entrepreneurial leadership on the new management paradigm of B companies in the 21st century. The methodology employed is grounded in the grounded theory method, structured according to a hermeneutical procedure divided into five phases, starting with an exhaustive data collection from over 4,000 companies, followed by a detailed analysis of 130 companies located in Chile. Out of the total, approximately 70% are dedicated to services, consulting, talent search, and technology, while only 16 focus on the Entrepreneurship Support industry according to the Directory of B Companies for Latin America. The findings of this study not only provide a deep understanding of the current realities in terms of business policies and female leadership but also emphasize the importance of adopting inclusive and sustainable practices to promote gender equality and sustainability in regional enterprises.