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  1. Library Resource
    Training Resources & Tools
    December, 2012
    Africa, South Africa

    Urban land markets have a profound effect on how well poor households are able to access the jobs, amenities and services offered in the city. But often the way in which this market works frustrate attempts to open up better located living and business opportunities for poorer urban households and communities, despite government policies and programmes intended to address these challenges. The challenge in South Africa is even larger because of worsening poverty and inequality, and the continuing growth of cities through urbanisation.

  2. Library Resource
    land grabbing
    Training Resources & Tools
    May, 2017
    Zambia

    Media reports over the years have increasingly used the term “land grabbing:”

    - Post Newspaper, 29th August 2000 - MMD cadres grabbing land in Kabangwe and Chazanga area of Chieftainess Mungule.
    -Post Newspaper, April 15, 2010 - MMD cadres led by the Lusaka Provincial Chairman grabbing land from Ngombe resident

    -Times of Zambia, 29th November 2002 - investors in tobacco farming grabbing land from poor villagers in Chipata, Kasenengwa and Chipangali constituencies in Eastern Province.

  3. Library Resource
    Human Rights
    Training Resources & Tools
    January, 2019
    Global

    This guide provides fund managers with a practical introduction to human rights issues that may be relevant to their investments. It aims to provide


    • a clear understanding of what human rights risks and impacts are, why they are important and how they relate to traditional environmental and social (E&S) risks and impacts, and


    • a practical approach to integrating human rights lens into existing E&S due diligence approaches, aligned with international standards.

  4. Library Resource
    Engage the chain
    Training Resources & Tools
    January, 2019
    Global

    This interactive guide discusses the environmental and social risks and impacts associated with a number of agricultural commodities, which are among the most prominent drivers of deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions and water depletion and pollution.It clarifies actions investors and companies should take to reduce agricultural supply chain risks and exposure. It also contains additional resources, such as downloadeable guides.

  5. Library Resource
    Training Resources & Tools
    March, 2014
    Global

    This guide is an aid for companies to achieve positive and resilient rapports with their host communities. It provides accessible information to understand factors that have an influence on community support and how this can be measured.

  6. Library Resource
    Training Resources & Tools
    January, 2019
    Global

    The ICMM has developed 20 tools to support mining and metals companies in promoting sustainable community development. These tools will also be useful to companies involved in other sectors. They offer practical guidance for every stage of the mining process from exploration, construction and operations, to decommissioning, closure and ultimately, the post-closure environment.These tools are accompanied by easy-to-use, step-by-step route maps, to help:

    • Foster constructive working relationships between communities, companies and governments

  7. Library Resource
    Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
    Training Resources & Tools
    March, 2019
    Global

    This set of Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs) have been developed to help any company looking to ensure their operations are undertaken in a manner that safeguards respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. The tools, accompanied by easy-to-use, step-by-step guides help companies:

    • Reduce production delays

    • Maintain “Social License to Operate”

    • Gain access to financing • Lessen litigation risk

    • Maintain/enhance company reputation

    • Operate successfully in complex business environments

  8. Library Resource
    Good Practice Guide to Indigenous Peoples and Mining
    Training Resources & Tools
    March, 2019
    Global

    This guide and its practical tools help companies:

    • Recognise and respect that Indigenous Peoples have distinct rights and interests

    • Understand that through law and/or custom, Indigenous People often have a special relationship to the land, territories and resources

    • Utilise forms of engagements that are sensitive to cultural characteristics eg governance structures, interaction and decision making

  9. Library Resource
    Training Resources & Tools
    January, 2019
    Global

    The Landassess Tool is a risk assessment and management framework. It provides a clear and simple set of checklists that generate a report to help companies assess and manage how they respect land rights.

  10. Library Resource
    Training Resources & Tools
    January, 2019
    Global

    Interactive guide to the VGGT

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