• To represent generally the view of the mine metallurgical profession and provide that representation on the appropriate professional bodies.
  To hold conferences and meetings for the purpose of encouraging and promoting full discussion of professional affairs, interest and duties; the reading of papers and the delivery of lectures, professional and other records from time to time available to members of the Association and generally to collect, collate and publish information which may be of service or interest to members of the profession and to the public at large.
• To manage the Association funds in a prudent and responsible manner
• To uphold the status of the mine metallurgical profession, discourage bad practice and promote the common professional interests of metallurgists.
• To maintain education and training standards for the long term future of the profession.
• To provide effective mechanisms and processes to enforce the Association's Code of Conduct.
• To respond to those things that are deemed to be necessary for or incidental to the Objects and Purpose of the Association.

• Representation of the profession on other professional bodies.
• A communication conduit for the metallurgical industry which helps to remove barriers and promote interaction to facilitate the transfer of knowledge and ideas between people from different operations.
• A forum for the dissemination and publication of technical presentations and papers.
• An industry wide safety competition.
• A system that enables members to obtain the necessary requirements to satisfy application for professional status.
• An opportunity for continuous professional development.
• As a member of the Mine Metallurgical Managers' Association, you are expected to adhere to the Association's Code of Conduct

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