WIM100 NEWS
W omen in Mining UK’s biennial initiative WIM100™ – Global Inspirational Women in Mining highlights the wealth of female talent within the global mining industry, celebrating women’s “above & beyond” contributions to the industry, and identifying role models for future generations.
WIM100™ nominations are for women at all stages of their careers, across all disciplines and geographies within the mining and minerals industry – from technical to finance, operational, legal, innovation, sustainability, community engagement and beyond.
Nominations will close on 31st March 2026.
UPCOMING EVENTS
1-4 March 2026
PDAC
We are excited to be taking part at this years’ PDAC, which continues to grow. WIMUK volunteers, Board and EXCO members will be in attendance and look forward to connecting.
This award-winning convention brings together an ever-growing audience of more than 27,000 attendees from over 125 countries for its educational programming, networking events, business opportunities and fun.
3 March 2026
WIM100 Networking Lunch at PDAC
Women in Mining UK, in partnership with Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, will be hosting a networking lunch during PDAC to celebrate the women featured in our 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining (WIM100) publication.
Space is limited therefore we ask you to please only RSVP if you are able to attend. The final day for registering is Friday 27 February 2026.
This invitation is open only to WIM100 alumnae and invited guests of WIM UK and Blakes.
Note this event may be filmed and/or recorded and shared after the event.
Please email help@womeningmining.org.uk for any enquiries.
Details:
Date: 3rd March 2026
Time: 11:45 PM – 2:00 PM EST
Venue:
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
199 Bay Street, Suite 4000
Commerce Court West
Toronto
ON M5L 1A9
COMMUNITY
E stablished in 2006, WIM UK has over 3000 members from all corners of mining-related businesses and professions.
Women in Mining UK is a volunteer non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the employment, retention and advancement of women in the mining sector. Women in Mining UK offers a strong international network to progress professional goals and career aspirations and hosts numerous networking, educational and mentoring events to support personal development. Membership is free and everyone is welcome, regardless of gender or location.
The work we do could not be delivered without our dedicated volunteers or our fantastically supportive partners.
Already a member? Sign in here
- 3000+ members from all sectors of the mining industry.
- Membership gives you access to high quality and thought provoking seminars, education and mentoring events held on a monthly basis.
- Opportunity to network with other like-minded women in the industry.
- Enables you to hear from and meet with senior individuals in the industry to develop your knowledge of mining.
- Provides a forum to support other women and to share your skills and knowledge.
- Through joining WIM UK, you will become part of a group that actively represents the high standard of talent women bring to the mining industry.
LATEST NEWS
Women in Mining UK launches nominations for WIM100 2026, celebrating the women shaping the future of mining
London – 30 January 2026: Women in Mining UK (WIM UK) is delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the WIM100 2026, a prestigious initiative recognising 100 exceptional women who are driving…
Read More
Women in Mining UK Advances Next Phase of Policy and Research Committee – Partners and Funders Invited to Join
London – 21 November 2025: Following the successful launch of Women in Mining UK (WIM UK) Policy and Research Committee, marking a pivotal step in advancing gender inclusion, innovation, and sustainability across the…
Read More
BLOGS
Women in Mining UK 2024 Summer Internship at The Copper Mark – Emily Falconer
April 2025: Women in Mining UK 2024 Summer Internship at the Copper Mark Written by: Emily Falconer Reflecting on My Outreach & Research Internship at the Copper Mark I joined the Copper Mark…
Read More
Women in Mining UK 2024 Summer Internship at Centamin – Tesni Morgan
October 2024: Women in Mining UK 2024 Summer Internship at Centamin, blog by Tesni Morgan Egyptian Eastern Desert Exploration internship with Centamin Ltd, a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti Throughout my degree I increasingly…
Read More