activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 3
- K-12 Mining Education and Outreach Mineral Resources Education & OutreachProvides K-12 educational resources, including classroom lessons, field trips, hands-on events, and career connections, to educate students and the public about Arizona's mining heritage and its role in daily life.
- Mine Tours and Public EngagementOrganizes mine and facility tours for members and offers public tours of active mine sites, such as the ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center, to engage the community and provide educational experiences.
- Safety Recognition Program Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsCelebrates achievements in safety with the annual SAFE MINER Awards to recognize members' commitment to safety within the industry.
advocacy · 1
- Advocacy for the Mining Industry Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyAdvocates for responsible mining practices, economic growth, environmental stewardship, and the overall interests of the mining industry in Arizona, promoting and supporting member companies and organizations.
capacity building · 1
- Member Capacity Building and Networking Industry Standards & Safety ForumsHosts specialty committee meetings, including a safety committee and environmental professional committees, to discuss industry updates, best practices, regulatory guidelines, and problem-solving. It also includes supplier members in a guidebook for mine procurement personnel.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Committee-driven member engagement and collaboration committee_driven_engagementUses a structured, committee-based model to engage employees from member companies in addressing policy, environmental, safety, and operational challenges, fostering shared solutions and industry-wide alignment.
- Community infrastructure investment through industry partnerships community_infrastructure_partnershipsPartners with mining companies to fund and support improvements in local community infrastructure, particularly in school districts, linking industry success to regional development.
- Education and experiential learning for public understanding experiential_learningUses public education programs, including tours, museums, and hands-on student experiences, to demonstrate mining’s role in everyday life and inspire future workforce participation through real-world science and career connections.
- Innovation through collaborative industry advancement collaborative-industry-advancementDrives sustainable innovation in the mining sector by leveraging diverse expertise and perspectives across member organizations to address complex industry challenges.
- Promotion of responsible, sustainable, and safe mining practices responsible-mining-and-stewardshipAdvocates for high environmental and safety standards across the industry, promoting stewardship, sustainability, and operational safety as core principles to balance resource extraction with community and ecological well-being.
- Stakeholder collaboration and community engagement stakeholder_collaborationFosters strong relationships with government, business associations, and local communities through transparent communication and partnership initiatives to build public trust and support for the mining industry.
- Unified industry advocacy and policy representation unified_industry_advocacyActs as the collective voice of the Arizona mining industry to influence public policy, promote favorable conditions for investment, and ensure responsible industry practices through coordinated advocacy efforts.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Committee Engagement
Hosts 13 specialty committees on topics including government affairs, safety, environmental stewardship, and procurement, open to employees of member companies
Education Outreach Program
Provides K-12 educators with resources to teach students about Arizona’s mining heritage and the role of minerals in modern life
Mining Day at the Capitol
Annual event that brings industry representatives to engage with state legislators and advocate for pro-mining policies
SAFE MINER Awards
Annual awards program that recognizes member companies and individuals for outstanding commitment to safety in mining operations
relationships · 34
who they work with
- ASARCO Mineral Discovery Center Partner — Offers mine tours as a highlight of Arizona's mining experiences.
- AZ Natural Resources Museum Partner — Listed as a museum focusing on Arizona's gems, minerals, and natural history, noted as "coming soon".
- Aecon Partner — Construction partner throughout the mining process.
- Alfie Norville Gem & Minerals Museum Partner — Listed as a museum focusing on Arizona's gems, minerals, and natural history.
- Arizona History Museum, Tucson Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Arizona Museum of Natural History Partner — Listed as a museum focusing on Arizona's gems, minerals, and natural history.
- Arizona Sonora Desert Museum Partner — Listed as a museum focusing on Arizona's gems, minerals, and natural history.
- BHP Partner — Member company with an approach to environmental management based on risk identification, assessment, and control.
- Bisbee Mining and Historical Museum, Bisbee Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum, Miami Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Capstone Copper Partner — Member company committed to environmental compliance and continuous improvement in environmental performance.
- Castle Dome Museum and Hull Mine Partner — Listed as an Arizona mine tour.
- Cave Creek Museum, Cave Creek Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Copper Art Museum, Clarkdale Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Copper Queen Mine Tour Partner — Listed as an Arizona mine tour.
- DP Industrial Inc. Partner — Member company that has expanded its network and understanding of the mining industry through AMA events and connections.
- Department of Environmental Quality Government — Located near the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and works with the agency on regulatory and legislative issues.
- Enterprise Commercial Truck Rentals Partner — Member company involved in AMA committees and business engagement events.
- Florence Copper Partner — Collaborated with AMA to fund and donate a new scoreboard for Florence High School.
- Florence Copper Partner — Member company committed to high levels of environmental protection and conservation, operating under stringent regulations.
- Freeport McMoRan, Inc. Partner — Member company whose representative participates in AMA activities and highlights business networking opportunities through the association.
- Freeport-McMoRan Partner — Member company with a sustainability strategy focused on safe production, human rights, and environmental, social, and economic aspects of sustainability.
- Gold King Mining Museum, Jerome Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Goldfield Ghost Town, Goldfield Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Greenlee Historical Museum, Clifton Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Grupo México Partner — Member company with a sustainability vision called "Development with Purpose" built on three pillars.
- Jerome Mine Museum, Jerome Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Museum of Casa Grande, Casa Grande Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Pinal Geology Museum Partner — Listed as an Arizona mining history museum.
- Resolution Copper Partner — Member company committed to responsible development and minimizing the environmental impact of mining while protecting natural resources and cultural heritage.
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