📋 Tender Overview
The Mining Integration Program (PIM) promoted by the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) to prevent social conflicts, has trained and sensitized a total of 2,707 people during 2023 in 52 events on issues related to mining in different regions of the country.
Leaders of peasant and native communities, civil society, public opinion, students and local authorities have participated in internships, informative workshops, mining replicas, Mujeres Mágicas and other components of the PIM, organized by the Directorate of Sustainability and Mining Articulation (DSAM) of the MINEM.
"The PIM is a State initiative that promotes and develops information and training programs on the mining subsector to inform about the benefits generated by the sector, the country's mining potential and the sustainable use of mining resources. It operates mainly in areas of mining influence and allows dialogue between the community, the State and the company," said Mayra Figueroa, director of DSAM.
Along these lines, the official explained that the "Mining Internships" component held 7 workshops last year and benefited 204 people in 9 regions, including authorities, residents, leaders and the general public, with direct or indirect influence of a project in the pipeline or under development.
Meanwhile, the "Magical Women" program developed 6 face-to-face workshops and 1 virtual workshop, contributing to the empowerment of 385 women from areas of influence of mining projects in 10 regions, promoting a role of greater representation in favorable decision-making for their localities.
Meanwhile, the "Mining Integration and Sustainable Development Workshop" component developed 7 events in 7 regions for the benefit of 694 students and recent graduates of all technical and university careers, so that they recognize the importance and benefits of promoting modern, responsible and sustainable mining.
Regarding "Mining Replicas", 20 events were held, 5 were held virtually and 15 in person, in 11 regions and benefiting 1,016 people. It should be noted that the organizers of this component have been members of the PIM Community of Promoters, the Women's Community and the Community of Interns.
Finally, the "Information and Training Workshops" component developed 11 workshops, 5 were held in person and 6 virtually for the benefit of 498 citizens interested in mining activity, its benefits, advantages and contribution to the development of the country.
It should be noted that the PIM Community, which brings together former participants of Mining Internships, Magical Women Program and Mining Integration and Sustainable Development Workshops, held 31 workshops last year benefiting 445 participants.
