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Silangan Mindanao Mining Co., Inc., Project Office: Barangay Timamana, Tubod, Surigao Del norte (2026)

31/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻

In mining, comfort is not always observed. It is a fast pacing industry that demands decisiveness, discipline, and constant movement. While operations focus on production and technical performance, there are people working behind the scenes who make sure the workforce functions in an environment that is orderly, prepared, and cared for.
Today, for the HERStory feature of SMMCI, let us meet Ivory Anne S. Laderas, Admin Supervisor of Silangan, entrusted with giving comfort to the workforce of Silangan.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Ivory Anne did not plan to work in mining.
She finished her first course in HRM and later earned a degree in Education. If mining had been part of her original plan, she believes her academic journey might have looked very different.
Frankly, it was not on her list.
There was simply a hiring opportunity. She qualified. She stepped in.
She describes it honestly. She hopped onto the moving train without thinking too far ahead. Yet here she is, three years later, still in the industry, and still growing.
What inspired her to enter mining was not passion for the field at first. It was her determination to provide for her growing family. Over time, something shifted. She began to understand the importance of mining not only because she worked there, but because she saw how many families depended on it, including her own.

𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Outside of work, Ivory is a daughter. Most importantly, she is a mother to two young children.
Her family would describe her as responsible and caring. Despite the demands of her work, she tries to be present for them in every way she can.
Her greatest motivation is her growing family. Both she and her husband work, which means time with their children is limited. She spends most of her days on site, managing people, overseeing housekeeping and accommodations, and making sure things run smoothly.
The sacrifice of time is real. But so is her purpose.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁-𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆

Her transition into mining was not easy.
She knew how to teach. She had an educational background. Suddenly, she was managing orderliness, maintaining site aesthetics, overseeing housekeeping, and coordinating schedules and accommodations for VIPs and company leaders.
Any failure in her role could reflect on the image of Silangan. That weight shaped her perspective. She realized that while her role may not be technical, it is essential. Mining does not only progress because of equipment and engineering. It progresses because different roles function together.
She takes pride in what she contributes. She understands that maintaining comfort and order supports the entire workforce.

𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

Working in a male dominated industry required adjustment.
Many of the people she leads and works with are men. Differences in perspective, especially in attention to detail, required her to adapt. She had to learn their system and understand their work culture.
Instead of resisting the differences, she tried to see things from their point of view. She learned to stand firm in her standards while understanding theirs.
She challenges the stereotype that women belong only inside the home. Women are capable. Women can lead. Women can work in high risk industries and stand on equal ground with men.
Her leadership reflects that belief.

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵

One of her biggest challenges has been meeting expectations. In her role, everything must be organized. Everything must be ready. There is little room for error.
The pressure to perform without mistakes can be heavy. There were many moments when she almost gave up. Times when she felt it was her last straw. Yet by God’s grace, she continued.
What kept her going were her children, her family, and the people who recognized her value. Knowing that someone saw her effort gave her strength to move forward.
Her keen attention to detail and decisiveness became her strongest tools. Mining taught her independence. It taught her to believe in her own abilities. It taught her that women can lead and make bold decisions without compromising their resolve.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

Ivory believes women contribute uniquely to mining through initiative and proactiveness.
It is not only about doing what is instructed. It is about going beyond it. In her line of work, managing the comfort of the workforce requires foresight, organization, and care.
She believes that preparation and initiative are quiet forms of leadership.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀

To young women who want to enter mining, she offers this advice:

“Work with passion. Always leave room for improvement. Accept that you cannot do everything at once, and that is okay. Be ready for compromises. Patience and determination will help you thrive in this fast-paced industry.”

And to all women this Women’s Month, she shares:

“Not everything you planned will become your path. Seek God’s guidance in every decision. Find fulfillment in the things you do, whether big or small. Do not underestimate yourself. You are not competing with everyone. You can shine in your own way”.

Ivory’s story is a reminder that even in an industry where comfort is rarely showed, there are women working with care, precision, and strength behind the scenes.
HERStory continues in women who lead with decisiveness, serve with purpose, and balance career and motherhood with courage.

31/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 🌸

Mining is an industry built on strength, precision, and discipline. It is also built on stories. Stories of women who grew up seeing the industry from afar, and one day decided to step into it themselves.
This Women’s Month, we continue to celebrate resilient women shaping the future of mining.
Today, we feature Niñamae L. Biong, Environment Technician, almost two years in the mining industry.

Niñamae is also the daughter of one of our empowered women of SMMCI, our Cook, proving strength and loyalty have always been at the heart of her family. Read HERStory here https://www.facebook.com/share/p/188JofJzKV/

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

For Niñamae, mining was not unfamiliar territory. Both her mother and father have spent decades working in the industry. Growing up, she witnessed firsthand the dedication required in this field. What began as exposure slowly turned into interest. Her greatest influence was her mama. Environmental Science was not her first choice. Financial constraints and practicality shaped her decision. She followed her mother’s advice, trusting that it would lead her somewhere meaningful. Looking back, she now considers it one of the best decisions she has made.
Her journey into mining was not accidental. It was guided by family, shaped by practicality, and strengthened by purpose.

𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆

Outside of work, Niñamae is a daughter, a sister, and a friend. She values family deeply and carries their expectations with quiet pride.
She believes her family would describe her as responsible, generous, and caring. She strives to be present for them in every way she can.
Each morning, when she prepares for work, her motivation is clear. Her family and her personal goals drive her forward. Supporting them and giving back to her parents remain at the center of her efforts.

𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝘁

Her first week in mining was not easy.
As a fresh graduate, stepping into a professional environment filled with experienced individuals was overwhelming. She struggled to adapt. The expectations were high, and the standards demanded focus and maturity.
Working in a male dominated environment required adjustment. Most of her colleagues were older. Many had years of experience behind them. She had to learn the system, understand the work culture, and build her confidence from the ground up.
There were moments when she felt underestimated. Moments that made her question her abilities. There was even a time she considered quitting.
But her mother’s words stayed with her.

“Walay lisod nga trabaho nak, ang tanan pwede matun-an.”

There is no difficult job that cannot be learned.
Those words became her anchor. Through prayer, perseverance, and hard work, she gradually proved to herself that she belonged.
Today, when she looks back at her early days, she feels proud of how much she has grown.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵

One of her biggest challenges was meeting expectations while still adjusting as a new employee. She felt the pressure to perform, to learn quickly, and to prove her capability.
There were many moments when she felt like giving up.
Yet each time, she remembered her purpose. By God’s grace, she continued. Her desire to support her family and give back to her parents strengthened her resolve.
Her eagerness to learn, adaptability, and willingness to gain experience became her greatest strengths. Step by step, she developed resilience and independence.
Working in mining shaped her into a woman who believes in her own abilities. It taught her to stand firm, even when doubt tries to take space.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

As an Environment Technician, Niñamae is proud in her contribution to her team’s success. Being part of achieving targets and goals gives her a sense of fulfillment. She understands that every contribution, no matter how small it seems, plays a role in the bigger picture.
She believes women bring unique value to the mining industry. Women are detail oriented. They often go beyond expectations. They bring diligence, care, and perspective that strengthen operations.
Her presence in the field is proof that women continue to shape the industry in meaningful ways.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀

To young women who dream of entering mining, Niñamae offers simple but powerful advice.

“Work with passion. Stay hungry for learning. Do not be afraid of challenges, because everything can be learned through experience, patience, and perseverance.”

And to all women this Women’s Month, she shares this message:

“Never doubt your strength and capabilities. Keep pushing forward. Believe in yourself. You are capable of achieving great things”.
Niñamae’s story is rooted in family, strengthened by faith, and sustained by determination.
HERStory continues in women who rise to the challenge, who learn despite uncertainty, and who choose to stay even when the path feels difficult.

And like many women in mining, she is only getting started.

31/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 🌸

Mining is often described as tough ground. Hard rock. Long hours. High expectations.
But beneath the surface are women who never planned to be here, yet found their purpose here.
Women in Mining: HERStory celebrates journeys shaped by faith, courage, and determination.
Today, we feature Roquesa S. Resullar, Environmental Technician I, two years in the mining industry.

𝗨𝗻𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀

Roquesa did not grow up dreaming of working in a mine.
“Sa sugod pa lamang, wala gyud koy plano mo sulod sa usa ka minahan.”
Even Environmental Science program was not part of her original plan. It was simply the course she passed in the entrance exam. “Libre ang tuition”, so she continued. What she did not expect was that Environmental Science would later become her doorway into mining.
Looking back, she sees purpose in what once felt accidental.
“Siguro, mao ni ang paagi ni God sa pagtubag sa akong mga pag ampo nga makatabang dayon ko sa akong ginikanan human nako makagraduate.”
Faith was working quietly in the background, preparing her for something bigger than her original plans.
Her curiosity deepened during her OJT. Inside the mine, she discovered a space where she could explore, learn, and grow. When she graduated, she applied to Silangan without hesitation.
In July 2024, she began as Team Leader in Tree Cutting. By 2025, she stepped into her current role as Environmental Technician I under Waste Management.

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝘁

Leadership came early. Responsibility came fast.
As a young woman leading a team composed mostly of men, she faced moments that tested her confidence. There were days she went home in tears. There were jokes that felt heavy. There were times she questioned her own capability.
“Sauna sobra ra gyud ko ka sensitive. Ako na dayun dibdibon tanan. Mag overthink dayun ko.”
She thought about giving up. She felt small in moments where she needed to stand tall. But every time she saw her parents, something inside her shifted.
“Murag mubalik akong kaisog nga mo laban pa” she said.
She chose to stay. She chose to fight. She chose to pray.

𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁

Roquesa did not walk the journey alone.
She constantly called on God for strength. She leaned on the guidance of her supervisor. She received encouragement from her office colleagues. She drew courage from her family.
Through that support system, her confidence slowly grew.
The young woman who once feared speaking in front of many people now conducts IEC sessions across the Silangan departments. She educates teams and refreshes their knowledge about proper waste management.
From fear to facilitation.
From hesitation to leadership.
Growth came step by step.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆

Outside of work, Roquesa speaks about herself with honesty.
“Isa ko ka maldita nga igsoon. Anak nga pasaway”.
Yet behind that playful self-description is a daughter determined to repay her parents for their sacrifices. Among her friends, she is known as “malipayon ug supportive nga amiga”.
Inside the mine, she carries both strength and sensitivity. She has learned that emotions are not weakness. They are part of becoming resilient.

𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱

“I feel underestimated whenever someone calls me ‘BATA og BABAJE RABA.’”
Young. Female. Words that sometimes carry doubt in male dominated spaces.
Yet she continues to prove that capability has no gender. There are tasks often labeled as “pang lalaki” that she performs with competence and discipline. She shows up prepared. She does the work. She delivers results.
Two years in mining have shaped her into someone braver and more grounded than she once imagined.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲𝘀

Roquesa’s story is built on faith, resilience, and steady growth. From an unplanned college program to a leadership role. From tears after work to speaking confidently in front of the many. From self-doubt to self-belief.
To all young women who dream of entering the mining industry, she shares this:

“Be strong. Be confident. Trust in your capabilities so that no one will underestimate or disrespect you in this field”.

HERStory continues in women like Roquesa. Women who rise, who learn, who stay.
And for Roquesa, this is only the beginning.

30/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻

HERStory at Silangan was created to highlight the women who chose to build their paths in an industry often seen as difficult ground. It celebrates journeys shaped by conviction, discipline, and the courage to rise to challenges. Each story reflects a different strength, a different perspective, and a different way of standing firm in mining.
Today, we feature 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝘀𝗼𝗻, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁 of SMMCI.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲

Jena graduated in 2012, at a time when the mining industry was under closer public scrutiny. While many hesitated, she leaned into the challenge. She wanted to demonstrate that Responsible Mining is achievable when discipline, science, and accountability guide every decision.
Initially, her interest leaned toward geothermal resources. Yet as she witnessed growing criticism toward mining, something shifted. Instead of turning away, she chose to step forward. She decided to become part of the industry and help raise its standards through her own work.
Encouraged by a mentor who spoke highly of the training standards of Philex Mining Exploration, she entered a path that demanded rigor and technical excellence. That foundation would later shape her approach as a Project Geologist focused on geotechnical applications and engineering geology at site.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹

Responsibility and professionalism drive her daily work. Having experienced mining and drilling operations within a relatively small team, she understands that every role contributes to a larger objective. Data gathered on site will undergo close review by multiple stakeholders, and that reality requires precision and care.
She shares pride in being part of Silangan’s culture of continuous improvement. Efficiency and quality are not optional targets. They are shared expectations. For her, being part of a team that consistently strives to refine processes and elevate standards is an achievement in itself.
She also believes women often bring a keen eye for detail, a quality that strengthens technical work. Yet she emphasizes that competence is not defined by gender. Strength lies in how one sharpens skills, responds to weaknesses, and rises to responsibility.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲-𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲

Site visits can come with whistling, playful remarks, questions about relationship status, and assumptions about how a woman should be treated. In many male-dominated environments, people try to measure you first before deciding how to treat you.
Starting her career as a supervisor meant she had to establish credibility early. She was young, small in stature, and a woman. The need to prove herself was inevitable. What sustained her was the self-esteem she built from home, strengthened further through the independence she developed as a geology student and later as a professional.
She also built a support system composed of individuals who push themselves to grow, both personally and professionally. That community became a steady source of strength.
Interestingly, she believes much of the stereotype-breaking is already happening. Women in mining are no longer waiting for validation. They are already doing the work.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸

There were moments when pressure and responsibility felt overwhelming. Fatigue and self-doubt surfaced as expectations increased over the years. Still, she continued, holding onto the decision she made early in her career to rise to the challenge.
Outside of work, she values authenticity. She prefers spending quality time alone or with loved ones, living beyond the weight of external expectations.
A turning point came when she found Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and her team at DEFTAC Makati. Through the discipline of the sport, she regained balance and composure. Jiu-jitsu taught her lessons that mirrored life and work: sometimes you push forward, sometimes you tap and reset. What matters is returning with sharper focus.
Failure and discomfort became teachers rather than barriers. She learned to sharpen her tools, develop new skills, and exhaust all possible means within her personal standards before letting go of a goal. And when letting go becomes necessary, it is done with the intention to learn and try again.
She reminds others to stop measuring themselves against someone else’s timeline. Growth is best measured against who you were yesterday.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

“If you want to pursue a career in mining, or any field at all, go for it. Use your strengths to your advantage. Accept that challenges will come. What defines you is not the difficulty but your response to it. Build your skills. Build your character. Surround yourself with people striving to become better versions of themselves. Then rise”., she said.

HERStory at Silangan continues through women like Jena. Women who chose challenge over comfort. Women who stood firm when scrutiny was high. Women who refined themselves alongside the industry they serve.
Their stories are not about breaking stereotypes. They are about living beyond them.

28/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 | 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻

At 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼., 𝗜𝗻𝗰.,(𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜) HERStory celebrates courage, growth, and quiet strength.
This month-long recognition honors resilient women in the mining industry who continue to contribute with competence, compassion, and determination. In a field often described as tough and demanding, women at Silangan show that resilience is found in consistency, discipline, and the willingness to keep learning.
Mining is built on grit and hard work. Behind every operation are stories of persistence and personal breakthroughs. Stories of women who challenge expectations. Stories of women who step outside their comfort zones. Stories worth sharing.
Today, we feature 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘇 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮, whose journey into mining began with curiosity and courage.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲: 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿

Sarah never imagined herself working in mining.
Growing up, she believed mining was a world meant for men, tough and dusty. It was not the typical path she considered for herself. Still, she carried a desire to try something different.
When she graduated, she asked herself a question that changed her direction:
“Why stick to what’s comfortable, if I can explore what’s possible?”
That mindset led her to take a chance on mining. What started as curiosity became a meaningful career path.
Her story shows that courage often begins with a simple decision to try.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆

Sarah’s greatest motivation is her family.
She goes to work each day with a clear purpose: to provide a better life for them and to give back for the sacrifices they made for her. Long hours and demanding tasks become easier to face when anchored in love and gratitude.
Whenever work feels heavy, she remembers why she started. Her family gives her strength to continue and to push forward.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀

There was a moment when she felt overwhelmed.
Adapting to the work environment required learning new skills, understanding technical processes, and managing physically demanding responsibilities. Everything felt new at once.
Instead of giving up, she chose to observe carefully, ask questions, and improve step by step. With time, adjustment came. Confidence followed experience.
She learned that growth happens through patience and steady effort.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲

One of her biggest challenges was adapting to her role while proving to herself that she belonged in the industry.
Mining requires mental strength, physical endurance, and continuous learning. Through preparation and determination, she built her confidence. She discovered that capability is demonstrated through action and consistency.
She believes that women bring valuable perspectives and problem-solving approaches to mining. Being a woman in the industry does not limit potential. It strengthens diversity and collaboration in the workplace.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻

To young women who want to enter mining, Sarah offers this advice:
Believe in yourself. Be willing to learn. Ask questions and take every opportunity to gain experience.
Mining can be demanding, but it is rewarding. Your skills and perspective are valuable. Stay confident and committed. Let your determination speak louder than stereotypes.

𝗜𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘄𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀

“I am proud to be a woman in mining because I’ve learned to stand my ground, work hard, and earn my place through what I do, not just what others think I can do.”
At Silangan Mindanao Mining Co., Inc.,(SMMCI) the HERStory continues through women like Sarah who choose courage over comfort and purpose over doubt.
This month, we celebrate resilient women in mining and the strength they bring to the industry every day.

27/03/2026

𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗢𝗨 🚀

A new month opens new doors! Take the next step in your career with a company committed to responsible mining and meaningful community partnership.

𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼., 𝗜𝗻𝗰.(𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜) is hiring for the following positions:

📍 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐁𝐫𝐠𝐲. 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐨𝐝, 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜?
✔️ Join a large-scale mining development project
✔️ Work alongside skilled and experienced professionals
✔️ Access continuous learning and career growth opportunities
✔️ Operate in a workplace that prioritizes safety and sustainability
✔️ Be part of a culture grounded in integrity, teamwork, and professionalism
✔️ Mining the Right & Principled Way

📩 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆:
Submit your application via email:

📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

You may also submit your documents at our 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 located in Brgy. Timamana, along the National Highway (outside the project site).

📌 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:
Please include the following additional requirements:
• Updated Résumé or Bio Data
• Endorsement from your Barangay Employment Service Office (BESO)
• Endorsement from your Municipal Employment Service Office (MESO)

🔔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲?
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📌 Scroll down to see the list of available positions and full application details.

25/03/2026

𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼., 𝗜𝗻𝗰.(𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜) 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖.𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗧𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗦

𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼., 𝗜𝗻𝗰.(𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜) was successfully validated under the 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐓𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐒) requirements for the 2025 calendar year. The validation was conducted over a three-day period by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau, Caraga Regional Office.

The audit team carried out a comprehensive review of documents, on-site inspections, and operational assessments to evaluate compliance across tenement management, occupational safety and health, environmental protection measures, and social development programs implemented under the Silangan Project.

After the site validation, the team met with SMMCI Management to discuss the results, including findings and recommendations from the validators. The engagement provided a constructive platform to enhance systems and further strengthen operational compliance.

The TSHES validation is a critical mechanism that ensures the Silangan Project operates in accordance with Republic Act No. 7942 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, alongside other relevant environmental, safety, and social development policies. Compliance with these regulations covers Environmental Protection and Enhancement Programs (EPEP), Social Development and Management Programs (SDMP), mine safety standards, and responsible tenement management.

These audits serve as a safeguard for Right and Principled mining practices that promotes transparency, regulatory compliance, risk management, environmental stewardship, and community accountability. Through the TSHES validation process,

SMMCI continues to advance sustainable operations while maintaining full adherence to the standards set by law and its stakeholders.

25/03/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀

Behind every milestone of 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼., 𝗜𝗻𝗰.(𝗦𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗜) is a story of dedication, resilience, and quiet strength.
Through 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻: 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, we continue to honor the women who help shape our organization and contribute meaningfully to society, especially in an industry long perceived as male-dominated.
Mining is often associated with heavy machinery, rugged terrain, and demanding environments. Yet beyond the operations are women whose intelligence, precision, compassion, and perseverance move the industry forward every single day.
Today, we highlight 𝗜𝗿𝗮𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻, Junior Laboratory Analyst of Silangan.
This is her story , a story of growth, purpose, and empowerment.

𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲, 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹’𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲
Irah May Jamin is a chemist by profession and currently serves as a Laboratory Analyst at Silangan. In the laboratory, precision is not optional, it is essential.
Her role involves conducting chemical analyses, validating results, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards. Every data point she generates supports operational decisions, process optimization, and regulatory compliance.
For nearly four years in the mining and metal processing industry, Irah has witnessed firsthand how laboratory results directly influence production. What once was unfamiliar has now become purposeful work, proof that science is deeply woven into the foundation of responsible mining.
She did not initially imagine herself in this industry. Growing up, mining was something distant, something she did not fully understand and even questioned. But exposure changed perception. Knowledge replaced doubt.
Today, she is part of an industry that fuels economic development and technological progress, contributing not through heavy equipment, but through analytical expertise and scientific discipline.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲

Outside the laboratory, Irah carries a different title — daughter.
Her daily motivation is deeply personal. She works to help provide for her father’s medication and dialysis treatment. Each laboratory result, each carefully measured sample, carries a deeper meaning: stability for her family, hope for healing, and strength in responsibility.
She is also a sister who encourages her two kuyas, a friend who prays for others’ dreams, and a partner who values meaningful relationships.
For her, empowerment is not loud. It is consistent. It is showing up every day, even when tired. It is choosing responsibility over comfort.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗲-𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆

Her first days in mining were both exciting and intimidating. Coming from the agricultural sector, the shift was significant. The environment demanded urgency, adaptability, accuracy, and discipline.
In a space largely occupied by men, Irah learned to build confidence not through confrontation, but through competence.
She proved her capability by delivering reliable, consistent results. She spoke up when needed. She refined her skills. She allowed her performance to earn respect.
One stereotype she challenges is the belief that women are not suited for mining.
Women, she says, are just as capable of handling technical, analytical, and even physically demanding roles. With the right mindset and determination, women do not merely survive in mining — they thrive.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁’𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

Irah sees women in mining like elements in a chemical reaction.
Women bring precision, balance, and stability much like a well-controlled experiment. They maintain equilibrium in fast-paced operations and contribute to safe and efficient environments.
To young women considering mining, her message is powerful:

“Think of yourself as a catalyst — you create change without losing who you are.”

Growth, she believes, happens outside comfort zones. Pressure does not weaken; it refines.
Just like metals forged in fire, strength is developed through challenge.

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵

Her message to all women is simple.
Be the element that stands strong under pressure.
Transformation may require heat, resistance, and patience but it produces something stronger and more refined.

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