Involving Our Employees
Supporting employee community involvement
One of the most significant ways we support the efforts of our employees engaged in community activities is through our global Matched Giving Program. This program aims to strengthen local communities by supporting and encouraging employees who volunteer, fundraise or donate to not-for-profit organisations. During FY2009, the Group matched contributions totalling $6.1 million, which were distributed to over 1,000 not-for-profit organisations. This is an increase from $4.8 million in FY2008 and included matching for some 125,000 hours of volunteering by employees in their own personal time.
BHP Billiton HSEC Awards Program
The BHP Billiton HSEC Awards recognise those employees and their teams who openly embody the values expressed in our Charter and go beyond what is required in their day-to-day jobs to care for their fellow employees, the community and the environment. For more information click here.
