The integration of artisanal and small-scale copper mining (ASCM) into responsible supply chains in Peru faces a range of challenges, including limited official information, concession conflicts, anti-competitive practices, environmental impacts, occupational health and safety hazards, and human rights violations. The growing small-scale/informal sector and the potential for conflicts hinder the formalisation and responsible operation of ASCM, perpetuating a cycle of poverty, environmental degradation, and social injustice. 

In this contexts, the project aims to integrate artisanal and small-scale copper miners (ASCM) production into global responsible formal supply chains. Outcomes will focus in fostering positive interactions within the ASCM sector, promoteing respect for human rights, encouraging the adoption of better mining practices for ASCM, and supporting the integration of ASCM production into responsible supply chains. This will help to improve the standard of living for ASCM miners and their communities in Peru. 

A thriving and sustainable ASCM sector in Peru that contributes to the economic and social development of the country while upholding human rights and protecting the environment, thereby helping to create a more sustainable and equitable copper supply chain.

• ASCM miners (women and men) and mineral rights owners. 

• Producers and commercialization organisations in Peru: medium-sized processing plants, medium and large miners, local midstream stakeholders, and industry associations. 

• Multi-stakeholder dialogues around ASCM challenges and opportunities  

• A road map with a shared vision for the integration of artisanal and small-scale copper mining (ASCM) into responsible supply chains in Peru. 

• A report on the territorial human rights and environmental risks as defined by the CRAFT Code.  

• ASCMOs implement their improvement plans.  

• Engagements with MSCMOs and processing plants on the CRAFT Code/Copper Mark standard 

• Connections between CRAFT Code compliant ASCMOs and national and international markets. 

• A national and global communication campaign on ASCM in Peru, focusing on engaging various stakeholders including government agencies, ministries and institutions, buyers, and donors. 

• Policy briefs on key ASCM issues, disseminated at national (agencies, ministries, institutions) and international levels. 

• A case study including lessons learned and scalability opportunities, disseminated at national (agencies, ministries, institutions) and international levels. 

• Participation at strategic events, to disseminate findings and recommendations on integrating ASCM into responsible supply chains at national (agencies, ministries, institutions) and international levels. 

• 50 stakeholders engaged in initiatives addressing gender, human rights, and environmental issues in the Peruvian copper sector. 

• 3 small-scale miners organizations formalizing their operations and participating in formal supply chains. 

• 5 publications, reports, or other knowledge products produced on ASCM and responsible supply chains.