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We at BRUNA are thrilled to announce our partnership with The Impact Facility (TIF) a social enterprise committed to transforming mineral wealth into community prosperity. This collaboration is an important step towards our commitment to challenge and champion a better jewelry industry. The jewelry industry relies heavily on raw materials, including precious metals and gemstones, that are sourced from communities in developing and emerging economies. Artisanal or small-scale gold mining, in particular, plays a significant role in the global gold supply chain and provides millions of individuals with a vital source of income. However, due to the lack of access to formal financing and fair prices, these miners often struggle to break free from the poverty cycle, which makes supporting their communities all the more critical. With a $17,500 donation, we will support a female-led mine site in Osiri Matanda, a large mining community network in West Kenya, to introduce mercury-free processing techniques. Our contribution will also sponsor an internship position for a female mining engineer graduating from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology to join The Impact Facility’s team of experts and mining engineers. We've learned that by engaging with artisanal miners and supporting initiatives like TIF, we can play a vital role in improving working conditions, protecting the environment, and promoting fair trade. By investing in the well-being of those who contribute to or are impacted by the industry, we can ensure that the jewelry sector becomes a source of dignified work for all. Learn more about our partnership: https://lnkd.in/gejVduAm Photo credits: David Sturmes, Gustav Dahlqvist, Candice Jumwa, Cyrus Njonde, Tineke Oosterwoud | TIF & Joshua Rukundo | Solidaridad

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