A next generation perspective

Gender diversity in the workplace and community Kalpana Maharage Thursday April 30, 2015

Paving the way for my generation

• Support, celebrate and inspire ● ● Women in Mining and Resources WA Chamber of Minerals and Energy Perth, Australia 2015 2

My career journey

• Tarong Mine, QLD (2005) • Hunter Valley Operations, NSW (2007) • Hope Downs 1, WA (2009) • Greater Paraburdoo Operations, WA (2010) ● ● ● ● Graduate Program Team Leader Superintendent Quarry Manager Perth, Australia 2015 3

Support from my leaders

• Leaders recognise skills • Leaders support and mentor • Leaders provide opportunities • Diversity creates a strong foundation Perth, Australia 2015 4

Working remotely

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RESILIENCE

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Thank you

• Predecessors have paved the way and are providing support through groups and mentoring • Leaders are providing support and recognising skills • Industry is supporting local communities • What is your story?

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