Iamgold Announces Sponsorship of Key Community Initiatives
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IAMGOLD ANNOUNCES SPONSORSHIP OF KEY COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
Toronto, Ontario, April 29, 2021 – IAMGOLD Corporation (“IAMGOLD” or the “Company”) is pleased to
announce the following initiatives, in reflection of the Company’s Zero Harm® vision and commitment to
Diversity:
UNICEF International ACT-A / COVAX Emergency Response
In response to the urgent need for COVID-19 vaccinations globally, IAMGOLD contributed $250,000 to
UNICEF to support the ACT-A / COVAX Emergency Response in West and Central Africa. ACT-A (Access
to COVID-19 Tools Accelerator) is a global collaboration to accelerate the distribution of COVID -19
vaccines, to strengthen core health systems, to assist low and middle income count ries beyond the
pandemic and to mitigate the public health and economic impact of COVID-19. This donation is a
continuation of the Company’s contributions to support host countries and local communities in response
to the global COVID-19 pandemic. IAMGOLD operates the Essakane Gold Mine in Burkina Faso, the Boto
Gold development project in Senegal as well as exploration projects Diakha-Siribaya in Mali and Karita in
Guinea.
“UNICEF is proud to be leading the global delivery of COVID-19 vaccines along with corporate partners
like IAMGOLD. IAMGOLD’s generous contribution will play a key role in helping us ensure safe, fast and
equitable access to vaccines, tests and treatments, across West and Central Africa" said David Morley,
President and CEO of UNICEF Canada. "Together, we are investing in strong health systems that
ultimately train frontline health and social workers around the world to support the children and their
families left ever more vulnerable by the pandemic.”
Giants of Africa
In partnership with Giants of Africa (GOA), IAMGOLD is investing $1,000,000 in a 4 -year program starting
in Summer 2021, aimed at encouraging the development of youth through the power of sport. The program
includes: the construction of basketball courts in IAMGOLD’s host communities of Burkina Faso, Senegal
and Mali, multi-day basketball and life-skills camps in each region as well as two-day mentorship camps,
and a women’s empowerment career workshop in Senegal. Through this strategic partnership, GOA and
IAMGOLD hold a shared belief that Africa's vibrant youth possibilities are endless if they are given the
tools to be inspired and visualize opportunities for their future.
“We are appreciative of IAMGOLD's commitment to the next generation of African lead ers. With this long-
term partnership we’re excited to reach even more youth across the continent through education and sport
and encourage them to dream big,” said Masai Ujiri, Toronto Raptors President & Giants of Africa
Founder.
Artemis Project
IAMGOLD is a proud sponsor of the Artemis Project (https://artemisproject.ca/). Artemis aims to promote
female Business Owners and Entrepreneurs in the mining sector - professionals who have a minority
presence in the mining supply chain. Artemis Members include innovative and award-winning social and
natural scientists with over 500 years of combined practical and global sector experience, 75% of whom
are engineers. With a focus on accelerating innovation, sustainability and diversity at Canadian mining
companies, Artemis Members are exceptional role models for the next generation of miners.
IAMGOLD’s involvement in Artemis aligns with our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion through:
• Capacity-building to support and reduce barriers for female-owned businesses in mining,
• Advancing gender equality in the mining ecosystem,
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• Accessing specialized Environmental, Social and Governance talent with a deep focus on the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and
• Accessing an open stream of innovation to bring new diverse thinking and fresh approaches
“We are thrilled to welcome IAMGOLD as a Leading Industry Sponsor for Artemis Project,” said Heather
Gamble, Co-Founder of the Artemis Project and CEO of Women on the Move. “Artemis Project coun ts on
the support of Industry Sponsors like IAMGOLD to provide high profile support and engagement for our
mission to raise awareness and opportunities between mining companies and female entrepreneurs, which
will help drive social, economic and environmental innovation - all leading to greater UN SDG outcomes by
2030.”
Gordon Stothart, President and CEO of IAMGOLD commented, “We are extremely pleased to announce
the above initiatives with leaders in healthcare, youth development and diversity. Giving back to local
communities is a key value for IAMGOLD, and we are proud to contribute to the advancement of these
important mandates.”
About IAMGOLD
IAMGOLD is a mid -tier gold mining company operating in three regions globally: North America, South
America and West Africa. Within these regions the Company is developing high potential mining districts
that encompass operating mines, construction, develo pment, and exploration projects. The Company’s
operating mines include Westwood in Canada, Rosebel (including Saramacca) in Suriname and Essakane
in Burkina Faso. A solid base of strategic assets is complemented by the Côté Gold construction project in
Canada, the Boto Gold development project in Senegal, as well as greenfield and brownfield exploration
projects in various countries located in the Americas and West Africa.
IAMGOLD employs approximately 5,000 people. IAMGOLD is committed to maintaining its culture of
accountable mining through high standards of Environmental, Social and Governance practices, including
its commitment to Zero Harm®, in every aspect of its business. IAMGOLD (www.iamgold.com) is listed on
the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:IAG) a nd the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:IMG) and is one of the
companies on the JSI index1.
1 Jantzi Social Index (“JSI”). The JSI is a socially screened market capitalization -weighted common stock index modeled on the S&P/TSX 60. It
consists of companies which pass a set of broadly based environmental, social and governance rating criteria.
For further information please contact:
Indi Gopinathan, VP, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications, IAMGOLD Corporation
Tel: (416) 360-4743 Mobile: (416) 388-6883
Philip Rabenok, Senior Analyst, Investor Relations, IAMGOLD Corporation
Tel: (416) 933-5783 Mobile: (647) 967-9942
Toll-free: 1-888-464-9999 [email protected]
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