corporate responsibility A CD was produced and promoted to the organizers of the WOMAD International Music Festival in Reading, UK. Generous support and donations from companies and people in seven countries around the world funded the choirs participation in the festival in England in July 2004 pit to minimise the impact on the historical buildings Agriculture and aquaculture were the main areas that occupied the Company during the year. Utilising the services of technical personnel from the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Fisheries and the Department of Co-operatives, farmers receive training in the formation of co-operative societies, fish farming, and improved agronomic practices.  Resolute hopes that these activities, together with the environmental programme, will continue to improve the standard of living of farmers in the local communities long after the decommissioning and rehabilitation of the mine. The mining and processing operations are located in close proximity to the community of the historical town of Ravenswood. Efforts are on going to maintain a healthy and positive relationship with the community through the following specific initiatives: Resolute continued to maintain the good relationship that it has established with communities and the local authority in its area of operation. In all its dealings with the communities it has been guided by its policy of promoting sustainable development in the communities and not creating dependence. Being the pioneer in the field of alternative livelihood for communities in the mining industry in Ghana, Resolute is always cited as a good example of mine-community relationship. Obotan Mine – Ghana Ravenswood Mine – Australia • Ongoing communication and involvement of the community with the operations through regular community meetings and publishing a community newsletter • Access for the district community to the on-site clinic and occupational health nurses • Actively seeking methods to support local businesses and institutions • Continuing support of the Ravenswood Restoration Committee, who are mandated with the management of heritage listed buildings within the town and the development of tourism in the area. This includes the employment of a Community Liaison Officer • Review and improvements to blasting techniques within the open  27 RESOLUTE MINING LIMITED 2004 ANNUAL REPORT