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Wolkem uses social
values as the foundation for its growth. In a
remarkable example of synergy when Wolkem started
30years ago it employed the local illiterate &
a tribal work force which today is a highly skilled
& experienced workforce. Wolkem employs over
2000 people & is their predominant source
of livelihood.
As part of its community development program Wolkem
adopts local hamlets near its mines and plants
in order to foster socio-economic growth in the
community. Through these sustained efforts literacy
levels are rising, water & health services
are available, a basic infrastructure is in place,
programs to cultivate an alternative means of
lively hood is taught by Wolkem.
Water
- Through Wolkem’s efforts of practicing
systematic water harvesting, water conservation,
de-silting, by repairing of natural water channels,
construction of water wells, water huts and anicuts
to canalize water streams to villages, water availability
is increased for use by local inhabitants and
animals.
Basic infrastructure
facilities - Wolkem builds & restores
roads, school buildings, parks and community facilities
Medical help - conducts
medical camps, provides free medicines. Does regular
checks for eye and in fact Wolkem has created
a zero Cataract Zone in over eight villages.
Training – Wolkem provides
training in soil fertilization, vermiculture,
irrigation, water conservation & harvesting
techniques
Literacy -
Wolkem conducts educational and adult literacy
programs, provides free books& school clothing's,
sponsors students who excel in education and sports.
The main shareholders of Wolkem are active members
of various state level and all India Industry
Associations, Chambers of Commerce and Industry,
Mining Federations, Sports Associations, Association
for Theatre, Trusties of schools and colleges. |
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