published a Mining Indaba recap “Reflecting on labour and community gains at the Mining Indaba.”
The recap described IRMA as “a valuable tool which integrated ILO standards, OECD guidelines and human rights due diligence. This integration created a culture of industrial peace, accountability, and meaningful dialogue between workers, communities, and mining companies.”
sent a declaration to COP 26 climate negotiators, calling on them to commit to centering human rights and environmental impacts of mining, including for battery minerals.
The groups also urged negotiators to prioritize low-impact circular economy solutions and ensure responsible minerals sourcing through “adherence to stringent international environmental and human rights standards with independent, third-party verification of compliance, such as the IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining.”
sent an open letter to the Responsible Jewellery Council, recommending the adoption of relevant requirements from IRMA on several topics, including:
