FOREWORD Rio Tinto report sends industry shockwaves
It ’ s not only the mining giant which needs to take a close look at its worksite culture .
“ The contents of the Rio Tinto report are an anathema in today ’ s era of
DEI ”
Rio Tinto ’ s report into its worksite culture – which lifted the lid on bullying , sexual harassment and racism – made for difficult reading . CEO Jakob Stausholm said the findings were deeply disturbing , and expressed his shame and enormous regret .
The extensive report raises two key questions . How long will it take Rio Tinto to tackle the ‘ systemic ’ problems and repair its reputation ; and if a company of its stature is struggling to instil the required standards , what does that say about the rest of the mining industry ?
The contents of the report are anathema in today ’ s era of DEI , where empathy , transparency and accountability are paramount , and discrimination of any kind is abhorrent .
Rio Tinto must now demonstrate leadership , employ more women to address its ‘ hierarchical male-dominated culture ’, and ensure that any bad behaviour is not only called out but stamped out . Rivals should see it as a warning to reassess their own cultures .
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