Human Rights

PSJ Cobre Mendocino integrates human rights principles across its operations, aligning with international standards and prioritizing dignity, equity, and inclusion in all community and labor engagements. While a dedicated “Human Rights Policy” is not explicitly presented, its practices strongly reflect a rights-based approach in several key areas:

PSJ fosters equitable employment through gender-sensitive hiring practices, prioritization of local labor, and formal employment with fair wages typically above the national average. Continuous training ensures access to job opportunities, promoting economic inclusion and upward mobility.

PSJ adheres to Argentine laws and international frameworks like the IFC Performance Standards, which incorporate human rights considerations across areas such as labor conditions, community health, resettlement, and stakeholder consultation.

The company’s training and development initiatives are designed to be accessible to all community members, including marginalized or underrepresented groups. Programs such as the PAZANDINO – Hilos de Montaña textile initiative specifically support women’s employment in sustainable models.

PSJ conducts risk assessments and maintains protocols to protect the health and safety of workers and nearby communities. Environmental safeguards, such as water quality monitoring, air pollution control, and tailings management, help protect the community’s right to a clean and safe environment.

PSJ upholds the right to free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC), particularly in relation to indigenous groups, even though no indigenous communities are settled directly on the project site. The company maintains open and inclusive dialogue mechanisms, including a local office in Uspallata, participatory monitoring programs, and a formal Public Hearing process where all voices are recorded and considered.