Rosebel contributes to the sustainable development of surrounding communities in Brokopondo, in particular the villages Marshallkreek, Nieuw Lombe, Klaaskreek, Balingsoela, Nieuw Koffiekamp, Brownsweg and Kwakoegron. Community development projects are carried out in these villages. These projects are related to:
To contribute to the sustainable development of the local communities, Rosebel purchases many products from local suppliers, amongst others, eggs, fruit and vegetables. Rosebel also contributes to capacity building of the local communities by setting up a vocational school to train local communities.
Rosebel also employs personnel from the surrounding communities.