Ensuring that the social and economic benefits of mining are focused on and driven by the needs of local communities can be pivotal for transforming the impacts of mining projects into tangible gains for local communities, especially women, who often face disproportionate burdens from mining activities.
This publication presents case studies of instances where mining companies adopted policies and practices to support gender equality and social inclusion in Chile, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mauritania and South Africa.
Each of the following cases is accompanied by an analysis of the relevant regulatory framework enabling good mining practice, as well as key lessons learned.
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