What is it like to work as an Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Specialist in mining?
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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Specialists have significant experience in adult education, negotiation and interpersonal/intercultural communications. They are change agents committed to principles like human rights, reconciliation, inclusion, justness, accessibility and fairness. They are part of the cutting edge in hiring, training and operational practices across all industries to prevent barriers and improve the equitable attraction, recruitment, engagement and retention of a diverse workforce.
Why are People Attracted to this Career?
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Specialists are motivated to make a difference in the mining industry. They feel drawn to collaborate with all functional areas and workplace stakeholders to develop, recommend and implement equitable and respectful systems, policies and programs to ensure a diverse and inclusive mining workforce that enables effective problem-solving, creativity, innovation and the industry’s long-term success. They are change managers, passionate about strengthening equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of workplace culture, policies, procedures and practices.