Stakeholder engagement and social license to operate is one of the most important aspects in exploration and mining projects. The geology student and newly graduated geologist working on the field are often one of the first person´s encountering the local stakeholders (residents, shopkeepers etc.). Therefore, field geologists are key persons in creating positive image of the respective company for the local stakeholders. During the course, various aspects of the stakeholder engagement and gaining social license to operate during exploration and mining projects will be covered.