Women in Mining Summit comes to Brisbane, focusing on leadership, diversity, and positive change

MORE THAN 150 mining executives will convene at the Women in Mining Summit in Brisbane on Tuesday, August 8, to discuss equality, diversity, inclusion, discrimination, harassment, safety, mental health, as well as industry trends and emerging technologies.

Chair of the Queensland Exploration Council, Kim Wainwright will be chairing Day One of the Women in Mining Summit.

Expressing her enthusiasm, Kim Wainwright said "It is an honour to chair the Women in Mining Summit, a significant platform for collaboration across the mining sector.

"This summit offers a unique opportunity for industry to come together to learn, network, and share effective solutions to the challenges we collectively confront. Together, we can drive meaningful change, fostering a mining industry that is more diverse, inclusive, and equitable."

As conference chair, Ms Wainwright will leverage her extensive experience and insights to ensure a rewarding and inspiring experience for all participants.

A distinguished figure in the mining industry and WIM100 Global 2023 recipient, Ms Wainwright will also host a one-on-one conversation with Elizabeth Broderick AO, Australia’s longest serving Sex Discrimination Commissioner and Independent Expert to the United Nations. Ms Broderick is the renowned author of the groundbreaking Report into Workplace Culture at Rio Tinto.

"These discussions hold paramount importance in shaping our industry's future. Through the panel conversations, we aim to underscore the indispensable role of leadership in effecting positive change, promoting equality, and motivating others to excel. We will also delve into the pivotal partnership between men and women in fostering an authentically inclusive work environment," Ms Wainwright said.

"The one-on-one exchange with Elizabeth Broderick AO presents an invaluable opportunity to glean insights from her pioneering report and apply best practices to ensure a workplace culture that is safe and empowering for all," she said.

"Chairing the inaugural day of the Women in Mining Summit is a privilege. This momentous occasion pledges to propel the mining industry towards a more promising and equitable future.

"By uniting leaders, experts, and advocates, we will foster meaningful dialogues and collaborative endeavors to surmount the challenges faced by women in the mining sector," Ms Wainwright said.

For more information about the Women in Mining Summit:

View the Women in Mining Summit agenda online: https://www.womeninminingsummit.com.au/agenda/day-one  

View the Women in Mining Summit speaker information: https://www.womeninminingsummit.com.au/speakers

 

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