- Report year:2026
- Organisation: IWIM
The report examines how mining companies are responding to evolving conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), showing a trend of recalibration rather than retreat.
While most organisations maintain formal commitments, there is uneven priority, resourcing and leadership visibility across the sector.
A clear gap exists between policy and practice, particularly across operational sites and regions.
DEI responsibilities are often decentralised, with limited authority and inconsistent accountability mechanisms.
The key challenge ahead is embedding inclusion into daily operations to support workforce retention, safety and long-term sustainability.
While most organisations maintain formal commitments, there is uneven priority, resourcing and leadership visibility across the sector.
A clear gap exists between policy and practice, particularly across operational sites and regions.
DEI responsibilities are often decentralised, with limited authority and inconsistent accountability mechanisms.
The key challenge ahead is embedding inclusion into daily operations to support workforce retention, safety and long-term sustainability.