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Women at Vale

Vale believes that the presence of women across its workforce is a transformative force that broadens perspectives, strengthens culture, and drives innovation. That is why the company works to foster an environment built on open dialogue, psychological safety, and equitable opportunities for growth and development.

At Vale, women lead research initiatives, technical solutions, and projects across a wide range of areas and strategic fronts. Their contributions directly support the company’s challenges, generate value for the business, and reinforce the essential role of diversity in shaping the future of mining.

Vale’s Progress in Gender Equity

Discover the highlights of 2025.

28

%

women in the workforce

109

%

increase in the number of women in the workforce since 2019

23

%

women in senior leadership positions

45

%

of all hires in 2025 were women

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Vale’s Commitments to Gender Equity

In 2019, Vale publicly committed to doubling female representation in its workforce by 2025, increasing the percentage of women from 13% to 26%. The target was achieved in 2024, one year ahead of schedule, reflecting the adoption of structured and intentional actions to promote diversity.

Vale remains committed to the continuous advancement of gender equity and recognizes that sustainable progress depends both on consistent internal practices and on collaboration with other organizations and industry initiatives.

For this reason, the company participates in coalitions and movements that expand impact, promote the sharing of best practices, and strengthen the public commitment to gender equity.

Representation of women across leadership levels

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Explore the Programs and Initiatives Vale Supports

Vale is a signatory to the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs), established by UN Women, and participates in specialized organizations such as Women in Mining (WIM) and Movimento Mulher 360, which promote gender equity, transparency, and structural transformation across the mining industry.
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Careers and Opportunities for Women in Mining

Increasing female representation remains an ongoing commitment for Vale. To support this goal, the company invests in creating safe, respectful, and inclusive workplaces that foster career development and provide meaningful opportunities for growth.

Vale offers open positions across different regions and areas of expertise, encouraging the participation of women at all levels of the organization and at different stages of their careers.

Career Development Program for Women

Vale created the #SomosÚnicas Program as part of its strategy to support women’s career development, recognizing the diversity of career paths and the specific challenges women may face throughout their professional journeys. The initiative combines structured learning, support networks, and practical application in the workplace.

In 2025, the program reached more than 2,100 women across both operational and corporate areas. As a result, over 35% of participants experienced career progression after completing the program, which includes individual assessments, development pathways, and live learning sessions.

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Meet stories of women at Vale

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Miaad Alshidi
A Sustainability Specialist in Oman, Miaad Alshidi believes that building a sustainable future is everyone's responsibility and that gender equity is an essential part of that journey.
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Glayce Costa
Originally from the state of Pará and a geotechnical engineer, Glayce has worked at Vale for more than 15 years. Throughout her career, she has contributed to areas such as mine structures, railways, and port operations. Today, she leads innovation initiatives as the head of Vale's first Resloping and Continuous Miner department, with the goal of supporting mining operations and promoting more efficient and responsible mining.
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Adriana Torres
Raised in Carajás, Adriana, who is also from the state of Pará, has built a 35-year career at Vale. She currently works in Contract Management within the Northern Port Projects area in São Luís. For her, her work is a daily opportunity to connect technical expertise with humanity, and innovation with empathy, transforming challenges and creating a positive legacy.
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Luciana Abreu
Originally from Rio de Janeiro, Luciana has worked in innovation and technology for nearly 15 years, specializing in cyber governance and strategy. Today, as an analyst, she transforms risks into opportunities that help drive the future of the business, with the conviction that every step forward helps open doors for other women.
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Mariana Lima
A native of Parauapebas in the state of Pará, Mariana has worked at Serra Leste since the beginning of operations at the site. She started her professional journey at Vale as a trainee and advanced to become a Maintenance Coordinator—a position that had never before been held by a woman at Serra Leste.
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Frequently asked questions

All official opportunities are available through Vale’s Careers Portal.

Yes. Women can work in all areas of the company, including equipment operation, railway maintenance, mine leadership, and industrial activities.

Vale’s infrastructure, including changing facilities and personal protective equipment (PPE), is adapted to ensure comfort and safety for all women.

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Yes. Vale values learning potential as much as previous industry experience.

Thousands of women who joined Vale came from other industries or started their careers through the Professional Training Program (PFP), where they received all the technical qualifications required directly within the company.