For ENK’s projects to be successful and sustainable, they must earn the support of the local population as well as central and local government.
The impact of a mining operation can be disruptive but can also bring many benefits such as employment, the provision of new or improved services and improved infrastructure. ENK is fully committed to protecting its employees, contractors and suppliers, local communities and the general public from any adverse effects of its activities. It will uphold the human rights and customs of the local communities in which it operates.
Goals
ENK will seek to meet its social policy objectives through:
- upholding ethical business practices and meeting applicable legal and regulatory requirements
- respecting the traditional rights of local people, protecting vulnerable groups and valuing cultural heritage
- developing partnerships that foster the sustainable development of the local community, enhance economic benefits and contribute to poverty alleviation
- holding regular meetings with representatives of the local community to take their views and concerns into account in the decision-making process
- determining and conveying to the community clear criteria for the approval of community support projects
- establishing a grievance mechanism and responding to complaints
- recruiting people and procuring services from the area closest to the project subject to skills
- regularly reviewing performance and publicly reporting progress
Stakeholder engagement and community relations
ENK is committed to an open, constructive and accountable relationship with its stakeholders. These vary from project to project but typically include:
- employees
- local people in villages and towns
- local business
- civil society organisations including NGOs, trade unions and professional bodies
- governmental and local authorities
- universities and schools
