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Why Social Innovation Is Crucial in Mining
May 22, 2018
In this Q&A, we interview team member Alec Crawford on his thoughts about about his thoughts on social innovation in mining.
Fostering Sustainable Livelihoods for Women in Artisanal and Small-scale Mining
May 14, 2018
With women in ASM facing so many challenges, how can we foster their economic independence and sustainable livelihoods? This column explores five ways.
How Technological Innovation is Impacting the Mining Sector
May 07, 2018
The IGF explores how rapid advances in technological innovation, including through automation, digitization, and electrification, are having a fundamental impact on the mining sector in this post.
Crowdfunding Mining Exploration in Canada
May 02, 2018
Innovation is not limited to the physical work of mining operations. In this column, we explore how crowdfunding mining exploration in Canada impacts the mining sector.
How Can Universities and NGOs Support Women in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining?
April 16, 2018
In this guest blog, Dr. Harmony Musiyarira highlights how access to finance may be one of the biggest impediments to empowering women artisanal miners and what universities and NGOs can do to support women in ASM.