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A key challenge for exploration and mining companies today is that best practice management systems for applying Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) are not readily available, and there are no internationally recognized CSR standards against which a company can benchmark its efforts in this regard. However, there are resources that have been developed by various organizations and associations that discuss, analyze and offer guidance on various aspects of CSR. This document compiles these resources for the benefit of companies in the mineral exploration industry, particularly those in the process of developing their own CSR policies.

The resources have been selected for their particular usefulness and value to the mineral exploration sector. Items relating to mining operations have been included if their scope is broad enough to cover exploration. The resources are divided into three sections:

• The first section contains those that are specific to the mineral industry and considered to be of most practical use to companies. The section also includes checklists and guides.
• The second section contains codes, standards and guidelines developed by international agencies. Some of these are specific to the mineral industry while others are of a more general application.
• The third section contains a list of background material that provides the context for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.
  

The resources within each section are listed according to date of publication, starting from the most recent.

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