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Seven foundational measures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Reaffirm zero tolerance for GBV through Stop Abuse campaign<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Develop gender diversity and inclusion policies<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Provide reporting system for gender diversity issues<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Initiate unconscious bias training to transform culture<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Deploy ongoing companywide pulse check survey<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Build inclusive physical environment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Provide reporting system for gender diversity issues<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cOur commitment, as the Minerals Council South Africa, is to work relentlessly and determinedly to ensure that the South African mining industry transforms to become a place where women lead and thrive\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Nolitha Fakude: Chair, Women in Mining<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Minerals Council, together with its members and partners, is proud to support the Thuthuzela Care Centres (TCCs), which offer vital after care services to survivors of GBVF nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WE ARE COMMITTED<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

TO BOLD TARGETS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Percentage of women in mining at least doubles by 2025<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Work towards 30 to 40% of the industry and 50% of management over the next decade<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Women in Mining data portal<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Three critical dimensions to achieve these targets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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ATTRACTION<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Increase number of women across the industry; target women to join at junior level and then advance; market mining as an attractive work environment<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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RETENTION<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Implement and uphold gender inclusive policies, including for promotions; provide training, mentorship and sponsorship for women; improve working environment, including equipment, facilities and attitudes<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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DEVELOPMENT<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Define individualised development strategies and paths for women; outline performance criteria for promotions and trainings clearly; identify and prepare female talent pipeline for roles across seniorities<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our annual WiM Heroes campaign celebrates the achievements and contributions of women who go beyond the call of duty in their respective organisations and roles. #MiningMatters<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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LATEST INITIATIVES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n