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Gold mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo. [Richard Wainwright]

Don't miss Pure Gold? - CAFOD's new photo exhibition revealing the impact of gold mining on communities around the world.

Explore the truth behind gold through striking images from three continents - and discover how you can help turn gold from a curse to a blessing for the countries where it is mined.

Where? the.gallery@oxo on the South Bank, London.

When? 21 May - 1 June 2008. Open daily 11am-6pm.

UK tour in June: The exhibition will visit Southampton (5-7 June), Bristol (9-11 June), Birmingham (13-15 June), Cardiff (17-18 June), Plymouth (20-22 June) and York (24-26 June).

Please return to this page for the latest dates, details and exhibition updates as soon as they are available.

Take a look at our fabulous new exhibition website

Small-scale miners work in treacherous conditions at Kanga-Usine mine, Democratic Republic of Congo [Richard Wainwright]

Mining

Mining can all too often be a cause of conflict, environmental destruction and toxic pollution. CAFOD's Unearth Justice campaign highlights the hidden harm caused by mining

Franck Bura from DRC campaigns for no dirty gold [Richard Greenwood]

Golden rules for better gold

By signing up to the 12 Golden Rules, jewellery retailers and other gold users can work with their suppliers to bring an end to dirty gold

Parishioners from Kenton churches in Westminster took action by presenting a gold chain petition to jewellers in Harrow [CAFOD]

Take action - petition jewellers

Photogallery of campaigners petitioning jewellers across the UK to ensure they pledge to sell no dirty gold. Get involved in your local area and tell us about it at campaign@cafod.org.uk - send us your photos, too

Published on 24/04/2007, last updated on 01/05/2008

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Pure Gold? Exhibition

Our new photo exhibition reveals the truth behind the glamour of gold through striking images and accounts from three continents

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