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Social & Community

Creating sustainable value for local communities through employment, participation, and capacity building.

Community Impact

Local Employment

Creating sustainable employment opportunities for community members, with skills training and career development pathways.

Community Participation

Ensuring local communities are active stakeholders in mining operations through structured dialogue and benefit-sharing.

Capacity Building

Investing in technical training, safety education, and professional development for all operational personnel.

Shared Value

Cooperative Partnership Model

BYM works with, not against, existing cooperative structures. Community members maintain ownership stakes and governance roles through COMIPED and COMEAD, ensuring mining benefits are shared equitably.

Skills Development

Comprehensive training programs covering equipment operation, safety protocols, environmental management, and professional skills development for all operational personnel.

Infrastructure Investment

BYM contributes to local infrastructure improvements including roads, water access, and community facilities as part of its social license to operate.

Health & Safety

Implementation of professional health and safety standards including personal protective equipment, safety training, first aid capabilities, and regular safety audits.