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The world we live in is going through a number of social advances.
The cultural transformation that Vale is undergoing will only be successful if we manage to bring together diverse talents, with diverse perspectives, experiences and repertoires, where dialogue remains open and transparent. Therefore, we seek to establish a relationship of respect, listening, and zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment, in addition to setting goals for the coming years.
Learn about our diversity journey
We have moved forward on our diversity journey by increasing the representation of women in the workforce and the presence of black people and women in leadership positions.
We took a firm step toward including diversity, equity and inclusion as a strategic pillar by setting a goal in 2019 to double the representation of women in our workforce. In the last few years, we have implemented systemic initiatives and we remain truly committed to advancing the issue even further, also considering the ethnic-racial and sexual orientation dimensions, besides taking measures aimed at people with disabilities.
Highlights of our journey over the years
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2018
First class of operational trainees exclusively for women are formed to work as equipment operators
First woman in the executive leadership of an Operation (Vargem Grande Complex - Brazil) -
2019
June/2019 - Diversity and Inclusion become one of the cultural transformation levers at Vale
Extension of maternity and paternity leave in Brazil
Creation of the women’s affinity group
December/2019 – Launch of public commitment at Vale Day, making commitments and targets to increase our capacity to attract, develop and retain the full spectrum of diversity profiles that the market offers, becoming a more inclusive company. -
2020
Creation of the LGBTI+ and ethnic-racial affinity groups
February/2020 – The 1st Global Diversity and Inclusion Workshop was held for the company's senior leadership
Creation of the Global Diversity and Inclusion Management
Launch of the Global Diversity and Inclusion Policy
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion targets were included in the annual global incentive scorecard -
2021
Inclusion and Diversity Sounding Panel composed of market experts and executives
Inclusion and Diversity Councils made up of senior leaders by countries
First Diversity Census at Vale (Brazil and Canada)
First Vale LGBTI+ Pride Celebration
Joining of MOVER – Movement for Racial Equity
Launch of Canada's LGBTI+ affinity group
Launch of the women’s group in Canada -
2022
Launch of affirmative actions: Empowering Black Talents, Empowering PwD Talents, Career Acceleration for black Women and the Impulsiona Program for women in situation of social vulnerability.
Association to the PACTO for the Promotion of Racial Equity
Launch of the Racial Literacy Development Track
Classroom Racial Literacy Circuit – Pequena África in RJ
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Launch of the Accessibility Project – mapping functions for PwD Launch of REAGIR training – combating sexual harassment - Brazil
1st career acceleration class for black women, boosting the careers of 100 black and mixed-race female professionals already in the job market, so that they have the opportunity to take on more strategic positions.
Creation of Empowering Black Talents Program
Initiatives to combat racism on Black Awareness Day. This is not just a stance, but a practice: we have targets to expand diversity in our leadership positions by 2026.
2022 LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration
5th place in “Dream Employers” ranking
Creation of affirmative action job positions
Reservation of at least 70% of trainee slots for black people: we are increasingly seeking a more diverse and inclusive environment. -
2023
Awareness-raising action on respect and gender equity: nothing justifies harassment.
We change the name of Capitão do Mato Mine to Horizontes Mine. This historical and urban reframing reflects our commitment to anti-racism measures, inclusivity and diversity.
International Day Against Homophobia: respect, active listening and zero tolerance for discrimination, prejudice and harassment.
We join the LGBTQIA+ Companies Forum. -
still in 2023
2nd place in “Dream Employers” ranking. Vale was ranked highly mainly for its development opportunities and professional prospects.
2nd career acceleration class for black women, boosting the careers of 50 black and mixed-race female professionals in society, so that they have the opportunity to take on more strategic positions in the job market.
We join the Urban Reframing Movement.
Anti-Racism Literacy Action: the anti-racism struggle also involves our vocabulary.
Learn about our diversity initiatives
Learn more about our goals
Learn about our Inclusion and Diversity Policy, Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy
See our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion report here
Lei da Igualdade Salarial
Affinity Groups
Women’s Affinity Group
Ethnic-Racial Equity Affinity Group
LGBTI+ Affinity Group
People with Disabilities Affinity Group
Women’s Affinity Group
Flávia Souza
Ethnic-Racial Equity Affinity Group
Carolina Nascimento
LGBTI+ Affinity Group
Willer Junior
People with Disabilities Affinity Group
Flavia Nonato
Photographer: Alexandre Rezende
Mining by Women
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