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Six priority partnershipthemes <strong>for</strong> socio-economicprogramscontinuedANNEX 2<strong>Mining</strong> and disputes resolution<strong>Mining</strong> will inevitably bring some negativeimpacts. “Disputes resolution” is a processto investigate complaints, resolve disputes,and settle grievances between communitiesand companies. It requires a reciprocalaccountability <strong>for</strong> allegations, statements,and commitments and a process in whichaffected communities have confidence.<strong>Mining</strong> and disputes resolution partnership diagramThis diagram is taken from a summary of findings from Chile, Ghana, Peru and TanzaniaCompanies:• Establish disputes resolution proceduresearly on• Link to local trusted and legitimateinstitutions• Have open dialogueDonor agencies:• Develop/spread best practice in disputesresolution• Help strike balance between individualand national need• Engage as honest brokerCollaborativeapproaches <strong>for</strong> disputesresolutionHost governments:• Adopt leadership role by establishingcredible disputes resolution mechanisms• Adopt international best practice oncontentious issues, e.g. resettlementNGOs, civil society, communities:• Support the creation of credible disputesresolution mechanisms42 <strong>Mining</strong>: <strong>Partnerships</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Development</strong> TOOLKIT

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