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This brief acknowledges that extractive industry activity in the above municipality has increased per capita GDP levels and created skilled job opportunities. However, it also claims that the benefits have not percolated down to the local population. Worse yet, industrial accidents, environmental damage, unresponsive companies and insensitive local government have compounded the grievances of everyday people. So, what should be done? The brief’s authors tout the potential value of the Intersectoral Dialogue Forum, which just might promote sustainable, responsible, and inclusive development in Barcarena.