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2012 - AMBATOVY SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Our Stakeholders
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Local communities
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Civil society
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Government and regulatory bodies
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Media
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Financial community
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Business community
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Employees and contractors
Over the course of the year, Ambatovy has engaged with approximately 160,000 individual stakeholders through a
variety of communication channels. Here are some examples of the ways in which we engage with our stakeholders,
especially local communities:
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One-on-one meetings:
On a continuous basis, Ambatovy staff meets with stakeholders from the community.
In 2012, we made over 4,000 contacts over the course of the year.
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The Ambatovy Road Show:
Launched in 2009, the Road Show is a chance for Ambatovy and People Affected by
the Project (PAPs), especially those living near the pipeline, to discuss potential issues, concerns and opportunities.
In 2012, we met with 3,800 PAPs.
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Information Vans:
Since 2011, the Information Vans have visited local communities located near the national road
connecting Toamasina and Antananarivo. In 2012, we met over 70,000 residents through the Information Van program.
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Two Ambatovy Information Centres:
In 2010, Ambatovy established an Information Centre in Moramanga to
serve as a first point of contact and information for stakeholders, namely local populations. The second Centre,
located in Toamasina, has been operational since 2011. In 2012, almost 40,000 people visited our Information
Centres.
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Site Visits:
Beginning in 2011, Ambatovy has welcomed members of the public at its mine and plant site, allowing
them to see first-hand Ambatovy’s operations and activities. In 2012, Ambatovy hosted more than 14,000 visitors
on site.
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Open Door Events:
Starting in 2012, Ambatovy began its Open Door events to provide the general public with a
convenient opportunity to directly ask staff about Ambatovy’s activities. The 2012 Open Door Event took place in
the capital city of Antananarivo, where over 24,000 people visited.
“Sustainability begins with trust and mutual understanding. Our stakeholder engagement
activities help us learn from the Malagasy people and inform them about Ambatovy’s
operations. By using a variety of communication channels, we hope to reach the widest
possible audience with information that is useful, transparent and accurate.”
Tom Outlaw, External Relations Director
