HOW ANGLO AMERICAN MANAGES COMMUNITY RELATIONS
“ We implement diverse initiatives to raise levels of understanding among our social and line managers on how to manage core business activities in a way that reduces social risk , delivers local benefits , and leads to community and government support .”
– James Wyatt-Tilby
Anglo American ’ s Thabazimbi Mine has helped with the development of a small organic farming cooperative near the mine which produces vegetables for the town . Pictured are the beneficiaries Dorah Mothupi ( At Front ), Abraham Nakana , Doreen Motaung and Dorah Matjila
much of the world ’ s mineral resources , the mining industry has a responsibility to ensure that the benefits of mining can be seen and felt by the countries in which we operate , in particular , by our host communities . The purpose of mining is to deliver the minerals and the metals the world needs for its continuing development . Our objective as a company is to do so in such a way that we can make a real and positive difference for people today , and in years to come ,” says Wyatt-Tilby .
The impact a mine can have on surrounding areas – both socially and environmentally -- is paramount . Companies like Anglo American are living proof mining companies can operate effectively while giving back to local surrounding communities .
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