We believe that education is fundamental to the transformation of people, companies and society. In order to stimulate continuous learning among our employees and strengthen the educational process in the communities where we are present, in 2003 we created Valer –Vale Education.
Valer, our education area, provides educational activities both inside and outside the company. Taking as our philosophy the preparation of people for work and life, Valer offers education at basic, technical and management levels, as well as courses in areas such as corporate citizenship, culture and art, implemented in partnership with education institutions across the world.
Investment in education is essential to sustain Vale’s competitiveness and excellence in performance, and it is a key part of our strategy for attracting, developing and retaining qualified professionals, who are in short supply in the mining sector. In the community, Valer provides opportunities to access jobs and earn income, thereby boosting local economies and creating foundations for sustainable development.