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Women miners shouldn't be seen as victims
Women working in artisanal gold mines in Mali may be finding a (difficult and dangerous) way out of poverty.
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For cobalt buyers, is artisanal mining the problem or the solution?
“Such stark representations of small-scale mining, however, risk over-simplifying the “informal” sector, which is a major employer and plays a crucial economic and development role for millions of people around the world.”
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
“UL is dedicated to advancing sustainable business practices within supply chains worldwide. We fully support DDI’s efforts to enable the responsible artisanal production of alluvial diamonds through the Maendeleo Diamond Standards.”
Denis Koh, Vice President, UL Consumer and Retail Services
“The Anglo American Group Foundation is excited by DDI’s ability to catalyse systemic change in the artisanal mining sector, benefiting miners, their communities and, ultimately, diamond consumers worldwide.”
Jonathan Samuel, Group Head of Social Performance for Anglo American
“The Antwerp World Diamond Centre firmly believes in the work of DDI, and has been a partner of DDI for several years…The Maendeleo Diamond Standards clearly demonstrate that artisanal diamond mining can be done in a sustainable and responsible way, supporting and improving the livelihood of millions of families.”
Stéphane Fischler, President, AWDC
“De Beers is committed to supporting credible industry-wide initiatives that reinforce stakeholder and consumer confidence. De Beers has supported DDI since its inception, and commends the organization on the hard work and efforts it has delivered so far.”
Feriel Zerouki, Head of Government and Industry Relations
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The Friends of the DDI program enables suppliers and retailers in the diamond industry to support our work, and respond to consumer concerns over ethical diamonds.