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class="rt-hero__overlay uk-overlay uk-position-bottom"><div class="rt-container"><div class="rt-hero__overlay-layout"><h1 class="rt-hero__title field-title">Communities</h1></div></div></div></div> </div> </div> <div class="component container rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top rt-content-block--full-grid scheme-purple"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><h2>Creating sustainable change</h2> <p>The strength of the relationships we have with the communities that host us, Indigenous Peoples and broader society, is central to our business. Without their support we cannot operate successfully.</p> <p>While mining and processing, by its very nature, disturbs the environment and can impact surrounding communities, they also bring significant economic and social benefits. These include the production of essential materials, job creation, small business growth, tax and royalty contributions, skills development, and socioeconomic programs.</p> <p>We know our operations can have a lasting impact. And we have a responsibility to make a positive contribution and help build strong, thriving communities wherever we operate.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component component rt-component rt-standard-promo contour__area rt-bg-blue01 rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top contour__blue01 contour__bottom-left contour__corner-2"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="rt-standard-promo__header"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-title"> <h2>Featured stories</h2> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo__content"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-cards"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img src="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/brad-tribal-liaison-arizona.jpg?rev=7e2be96c3cfb49cba9ca41f90babe892&w=720&hash=89125103E19F5AD6A6EE4BFFA4421F2C" alt="Meet Brad, Tribal Liaison at our Resolution Copper operation in Arizona, United States and a proud member of the White Mountain Apache Tribe." sizes="(max-width: 768px) 720px, (max-width: 1050px) 720px, (max-width: 1440px) 720px, 720px" srcset="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/brad-tribal-liaison-arizona.jpg?rev=7e2be96c3cfb49cba9ca41f90babe892&amp;w=720&amp;hash=89125103E19F5AD6A6EE4BFFA4421F2C 720w" /> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__content"> <h3 class="rt-standard-promo-card-title">Honouring ancestors while building a brighter future </h3> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> Working with tribal communities in Arizona. </div> </div> <a href="/en/news/stories/honouring-ancestors-while-building-a-brighter-future" title="Honouring ancestors while building a brighter future" class="rt-standard-promo-card-more"><i class="icon-arrow-right"></i></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img src="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/operations/solar-panels-gudai-darri.jpg?rev=66ad373daf394766863e3e4e9ee5aa3d&w=720&hash=C4891AAF632D8C0310AD00BAC63CFF4E" alt="Solar panels at Gudai-Darri" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 720px, (max-width: 1050px) 720px, (max-width: 1440px) 720px, 720px" srcset="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/operations/solar-panels-gudai-darri.jpg?rev=66ad373daf394766863e3e4e9ee5aa3d&amp;w=720&amp;hash=C4891AAF632D8C0310AD00BAC63CFF4E 720w" /> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__content"> <h3 class="rt-standard-promo-card-title">Ngarluma and Rio Tinto to progress renewable energy project </h3> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation (NAC) and Rio Tinto have agreed to pursue the development of an 80MW solar farm on Ngarluma Country, near Karratha, to supply renewable energy to the company’s iron ore operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. </div> </div> <a href="/en/news/releases/2024/ngarluma-and-rio-tinto-to-progress-renewable-energy-project" title="Ngarluma and Rio Tinto to progress renewable energy project" class="rt-standard-promo-card-more"><i class="icon-arrow-right"></i></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img src="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/rt-employee-guinea.png?rev=1c42f6d14ccf443189a7917897581df6&w=720&hash=6ACBB62D7F58F542D98575B8D05DF120" alt="Employee holding a safety helmet." sizes="(max-width: 768px) 720px, (max-width: 1050px) 720px, (max-width: 1440px) 720px, 720px" srcset="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/rt-employee-guinea.png?rev=1c42f6d14ccf443189a7917897581df6&amp;w=720&amp;hash=6ACBB62D7F58F542D98575B8D05DF120 720w" /> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__content"> <h3 class="rt-standard-promo-card-title">Championing women&#39;s rights in Guinea </h3> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> Kadiatou is redefining what it means to be a woman in mining in Guinea, and is inspiring young girls to do the same. </div> </div> <a href="/en/news/stories/championing-womens-rights-guinea" title="Championing women's rights in Guinea" class="rt-standard-promo-card-more"><i class="icon-arrow-right"></i></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component container rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top rt-content-block--full-grid scheme-grey"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><h2>Guided by global standards and society's expectations</h2> <p>Our teams and assets operate in line with our global <a href="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/documents/sustainability/corporate-policies/rt-communities-social-performance-standard.pdf?rev=35a216c036194314ae163a6dcb6f26a5">Communities and Social Performance Standard</a>, which we revised and strengthened in 2022. Our standard outlines the steps we take to identify and manage social, economic, environmental, cultural and human rights impacts throughout the life cycle of our projects, from exploration through to closure. It sets clear direction on the minimum requirements for engagement with host communities and how we deliver better social outcomes.</p> <p>Our approach is informed by the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.icmm.com/en-gb/our-principles" target="_blank" title="Opens in new window">ICMM Mining Principles</a>, global <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.riotinto.com/en/sustainability/human-rights" target="_blank" title="Opens in new window">human rights</a> standards, <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/Topics_Ext_Content/IFC_External_Corporate_Site/Sustainability-At-IFC/Policies-Standards/Performance-Standards" target="_blank" title="Opens in new window">International Finance Corporation's (IFC) Performance Standards on Environmental and Social Sustainability</a> and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. We also support the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/" target="_blank" title="Opens in ew window">United Nations Sustainable Development Goals</a>.</p> <p>Our approach reflects our own values of care, courage and curiosity and society’s growing expectation for us to contribute to sustainable and positive changes for the communities where we operate.</p> <p>Learn more about our <a href="/en/sustainability/policies">Group policies and standards</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width rt-no-margin--bottom"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><h3>Monitoring and measuring our performance</h3> <p>We continually measure, monitor, and review our social performance to deliver better outcomes for the communities and regions where we operate.</p> <p>In 2021, we developed a set of Communities and Social Performance (CSP) targets focused on being better partners with host communities and Indigenous Peoples, delivering positive social outcomes and respecting human rights. In 2024, we progressed initiatives towards our targets, and we extended those targets for one year, to conclude in 2027, to accommodate Group-wide productivity and culture initiatives.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="component accordion rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top" data-properties='{&quot;expandOnHover&quot;:false,&quot;expandedByDefault&quot;:false,&quot;speed&quot;:500,&quot;easing&quot;:&quot;swing&quot;,&quot;canOpenMultiple&quot;:true,&quot;canToggle&quot;:true,&quot;isControlEditable&quot;:false}' > <div class="component-content" > <div> <ul class="items"> <li class="item"> <div > <div class="toggle-header" tabindex="0"> <div class="label"> <div class="component content"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-heading">Culture, heritage and place</h2> </div> </div> </div> <span class="toggle-header-icon" rule="presentation"></span> </div> <div class="toggle-content"> <div class="component content rich-text"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-content">By 2027, all sites co-manage cultural heritage with communities and knowledge holders.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="item"> <div > <div class="toggle-header" tabindex="0"> <div class="label"> <div class="component content"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-heading">Economic opportunity and just transition</h2> </div> </div> </div> <span class="toggle-header-icon" rule="presentation"></span> </div> <div class="toggle-content"> <div class="component content rich-text"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-content">Year-on-year percentage increase in contestable spend sourced from suppliers local to our assets.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="item"> <div > <div class="toggle-header" tabindex="0"> <div class="label"> <div class="component content"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-heading">Community capacity and connections</h2> </div> </div> </div> <span class="toggle-header-icon" rule="presentation"></span> </div> <div class="toggle-content"> <div class="component content rich-text"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-content">By 2027, 70% of total social investment is through strategic, outcomes-focused partnerships.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="item"> <div > <div class="toggle-header" tabindex="0"> <div class="label"> <div class="component content"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-heading">Human rights and equality</h2> </div> </div> </div> <span class="toggle-header-icon" rule="presentation"></span> </div> <div class="toggle-content"> <div class="component content rich-text"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-content">By 2024, 100% of employees in high human rights risk priority roles will complete job-specific and general human rights training annually. By 2027, 100% of employees will complete general human rights training annually.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="item"> <div > <div class="toggle-header" tabindex="0"> <div class="label"> <div class="component content"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-heading">Indigenous leadership</h2> </div> </div> </div> <span class="toggle-header-icon" rule="presentation"></span> </div> <div class="toggle-content"> <div class="component content rich-text"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-content">100 Indigenous leaders in Australia by 2026.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width rt-no-margin--top"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><p>Our targets align with our ambitions and business priorities, helping us maintain our social license and become better partners to host communities.</p> <p>Learn more about our <a href="https://www.riotinto.com/en/invest/reports/sustainability-report">sustainability reporting</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> <div class="component container rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top rt-content-block--full-grid scheme-light-blue"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width rt-no-margin--bottom"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><h2>Understanding host communities</h2> <p>We recognise that while the benefits of our business activities are widespread, many of the adverse impacts are localised. Our teams work in partnership with communities to understand how our activities impact them.</p> <p>We continually review our standards, systems and processes to work consistently across our operations to avoid and minimise impacts and risks to our operations, people, communities and nature.</p> <h2>Engaging with communities</h2> <p>We consult and engage with communities and Indigenous Peoples regularly, in good faith, and in ways that are transparent, inclusive, and culturally appropriate.</p> <p>Our Communities and Social Performance teams provide technical expertise to continually evolve and improve our approach to engaging with communities where we operate. These teams include experts ranging from archaeologists, anthropologists, social scientists and economic development experts to human rights specialists and operational leaders.</p> <p>Our engagement practices are designed to respect human rights, hear diverse voices and provide a safe space for vulnerable and at-risk groups to participate.</p> <p>By listening to understand, being transparent and willing to learn from our mistakes, we will help build lasting outcomes for host communities and society.</p> <h3>Local Voices &ndash; listening and responding to communities</h3> <p>Listening to the voices of communities helps in our planning and decision making so we can better manage our impacts, respond to community concerns, contribute to positive social outcomes, and preserve and protect heritage.</p> <p> To help us do this, we are partnering with <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://voconiq.com/" target="_blank" title="Opens in new window">Voconiq</a> to implement a global community perception monitoring program. Voconiq&rsquo;s Local Voices was officially launched in our business in March 2024 following a successful pilot in 2023. It will be implemented across all our global assets.</p> <p>Voconiq is a third-party engagement science research company that use a robust, globally validated methodology to engage communities, collect and analyse data and deliver unique relational insights. The program will provide a consistent engagement mechanism, allowing us to gain valuable longitudinal trend information so we can track levels of trust and acceptance over time. It will also help us more effectively engage and better understand host communities&rsquo; perceptions, leading to improved evidence-driven social performance. And it will give communities an avenue to track our responses to their comments.</p> <p>Local Voices is an important part of our commitment to truly listen to communities so we can continually find better ways to work together.</p> <h2>Respecting Indigenous rights and culture</h2> <p>Many of our operations are on or near land that is significant to Indigenous communities.</p> <p>We are focused on building strong relationships with Indigenous Peoples, respecting their deep connection to the land, water, culture, and nature.</p> <p>We seek to operate in a manner consistent with the <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.un.org/development/desa/indigenouspeoples/declaration-on-the-rights-of-indigenous-peoples.html" target="_blank" title="Opens in new windows">UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples</a>, which recognises the right of Indigenous Peoples to &ldquo;maintain and strengthen their distinctive spiritual relationship with their traditionally owned or otherwise occupied and used lands, territories, waters and coastal seas and other resources&rdquo; (Article 25).</p> <p>We value our agreements with Indigenous Peoples which seek to share the benefits of our business with Traditional Custodians. We are moving to a co-management model so we can better protect the unique tangible and intangible cultural heritage that belongs to communities. True partnerships are critical to unlocking the benefits of our decarbonisation strategy.</p> <p>Read more about our approach to <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/cultural-heritage">cultural heritage</a>.</p> <p>Read more about our <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/community-agreements">community agreements</a>. </p> <h3>Juukan Gorge</h3> <p>There have been defining moments in our history, such as&nbsp;<a href="/en/news/trending-topics/juukan-gorge">Juukan Gorge</a>, that have compelled us to change our approach and culture. We're committed to improving how we engage with Indigenous Peoples everywhere we operate.</p> <p>Find out more about the changes we have been making in our <a href="/en/invest/reports/csp-report">communities and social performance commitments</a>&nbsp;updates.</p> <h3>Indigenous voices</h3> <p>It is important for Indigenous Peoples to have a say in our business. We are committed to increasing cultural knowledge of our advancing Indigenous leadership in our workforce and working together with Indigenous communities and partners. By embracing diversity and cultural understanding, we can make better decisions that meet society's expectations and build a more inclusive future for everyone.</p> <p>Find out more about how we work with <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/indigenous-peoples">Indigenous Peoples</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component component rt-component rt-standard-promo contour__area rt-bg-neutral05"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="rt-standard-promo__content"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-cards rt-standard-promo-cards__2cols"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img src="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/operations/yindjibarndi-landscape.jpg?rev=74a89318bc9e4ed6bab510bc9722d3ee&w=720&hash=03F6E50723BCFAC1F87B8CA0D334972B" alt="Sunset at Yindjibarndi" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 720px, (max-width: 1050px) 720px, (max-width: 1440px) 720px, 720px" srcset="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/operations/yindjibarndi-landscape.jpg?rev=74a89318bc9e4ed6bab510bc9722d3ee&amp;w=720&amp;hash=03F6E50723BCFAC1F87B8CA0D334972B 720w" /> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__content"> <h3 class="rt-standard-promo-card-title">Juukan Gorge </h3> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> We are committed to learning the lessons and have taken decisive action </div> </div> <a href="/en/news/trending-topics/juukan-gorge" title="Juukan Gorge" class="rt-standard-promo-card-more"><i class="icon-arrow-right"></i></a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img src="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/kane-employee.jpg?rev=83cb23c93c2d417dbdbe0eeaaa3e625e&w=720&hash=3FDEDBB906626F001EBF50DFDB80A8BA" alt="Kane" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 720px, (max-width: 1050px) 720px, (max-width: 1440px) 720px, 720px" srcset="https://cdn-rio.dataweavers.io/-/media/content/images/news/kane-employee.jpg?rev=83cb23c93c2d417dbdbe0eeaaa3e625e&amp;w=720&amp;hash=3FDEDBB906626F001EBF50DFDB80A8BA 720w" /> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__content"> <h3 class="rt-standard-promo-card-title">Indigenous Voices </h3> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card-description"> <div class="rt-rte"> We deeply respect the Indigenous Peoples we work with, and whose lands we operate on. We acknowledge that defining moments in our history have breached trust and relationships, and challenged us to reflect and grow. </div> </div> <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/indigenous-peoples/indigenous-voices" title="Indigenous Voices" class="rt-standard-promo-card-more"><i class="icon-arrow-right"></i></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component container rt-no-margin--bottom rt-no-margin--top rt-content-block--full-grid scheme-grey"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="component rich-text component rich-text rt-rich-text--normal-width"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="field-text"><h2>Social transition</h2> <p>We support social transition at all stages of the asset lifecycle. At exploration and project implementation we help communities adapt to our presence. During our operations, we are committed to a green transition that puts people at the centre, working to minimise impacts and optimise socio-economic opportunities. And we embed closure considerations throughout the lifespan of the asset, working with communities and partners to develop a positive shared vision for the future. Our CSP teams play a key role in engaging with communities and helping them prepare for changes.</p> <h2>Investing in communities</h2> <p>We partner with host communities to deliver positive and lasting outcomes. Engaging local services, employing local people, buying local products and investing in thriving regional economies creates real value for host communities and our&nbsp;business.</p> <p>Our goal for social investment is to contribute to strong and resilient communities in thriving regional economies. We are doing this by applying a more strategic approach to how we partner with communities so we can deliver the outcomes that are important to them.</p> <p>Find out more about our approach to <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/social-and-economic-benefit">social and economic benefits</a>.</p> <p>Find out more about <a href="/en/sustainability/communities/sustainable-procurement">local procurement and employment</a>.</p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component component rt-component rt-standard-promo contour__area rt-bg-blue01 contour__blue01 contour__top-right contour__corner-1"> <div class="component-content" > <div class="rt-standard-promo__header wide"> <h2 class="rt-standard-promo-title"> Related content </h2> </div> <div class="rt-standard-promo__content"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-cards rt-standard-promo-cards__2cols"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__inner"> <div class="rt-standard-promo-card__image"> <img 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Cookies contain information that is transferred to your computer's hard drive.</p> <p>As some data privacy laws regulate IP addresses and other information collected through the use of cookies as personal data, Rio Tinto&rsquo;s processing of such personal data needs to comply with its Data Privacy Standard (see Part 1 of our&nbsp;<a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="/footer/privacy-cookies" target="_blank">Privacy Policy</a>), and also applicable data privacy laws.</p> <h3>Online Privacy Statement</h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h4>How we process personal data provided or obtained through this website</h4> <p>With the exception of the use of cookies (explained below), Rio Tinto generally does not seek to collect personal data through this website.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /> However if you choose to provide personal data to Rio Tinto through this website (for example, by sending us an email), we will process that personal data to answer your query and if relevant, to manage our business relationship with you or your company. We won't process that personal data for other purposes except where required to meet our legal obligations or otherwise as authorised by law and notified to you.</p> <p>Part 1 of this Privacy Policy contains the Rio Tinto Data Privacy Standard, which provides an overview of Rio Tinto&rsquo;s approach to personal data processing. There is additional information in the appendices to the Data Privacy Standard, including information about disclosures, trans-border data transfers, the exercise of data subject rights and how to make complaints or obtain further information relating to Rio Tinto&rsquo;s processing of your personal data.</p> <p>If you choose to subscribe to our media releases or other communications, you can unsubscribe at any time (by following the instructions in the email or by contacting us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:digital.comms@riotinto.com?subject=Email%20from%20Website">digital.comms@riotinto.com</a>).</p> <h3>Cookie Privacy Statement&nbsp;</h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h4>Information about our use of cookies</h4> <p>With your consent, our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users of our website. This helps us to provide you with a good experience when you browse our website and also allows us to improve our site.</p> <p>A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers that we store on your browser or the hard drive of your computer if you agree. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your computer's hard drive.</p> <p>As some data privacy laws regulate IP addresses and other information collected through the use of cookies as personal data, Rio Tinto&rsquo;s processing of such personal data needs to comply with its Data Privacy Standard (see Part 1 of this Privacy Policy), and also applicable data privacy laws.</p> <h2>We use the following cookies:</h2> <div class="rt-cookie-title"> <h3>Functional Cookies</h3> <label class="rt-checkbox"> <input type="checkbox" name="anyname" /> <i></i> </label> </div> <p>These Cookies are used to provide a better user experience on the site, such as by measuring interactions with particular content or remembering your settings such as language or video playback preferences.</p> <div class="rt-cookie-title"> <h3>Performance Cookies</h3> <label class="rt-checkbox"> <input type="checkbox" name="anyname" checked /> <i></i> </label> </div> <p>These Cookies allow us to analyse site usage in order to evaluate and improve its performance. 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