Introduction: This is an ongoing documentation of a series of dialogs between members of our Manufacturing Group, charged with the task of developing exceptional standards for jewelry manufacturing. Follow this link, https://fairjewelry.org/madison-dialogue-manufacturing-committee for full review of past discussions, including the entire principles and standards document. The question of legality generated some discussion. In Part I,

Up until the last century, colored gems were the most popular choice for engagement rings. Today, many ethical brides want a sapphire, ruby or aquamarine not only for their astonishing beauty, but also, for ethical reasons. Many people are concerned about commerce in the jewelry sector funding wars, and would rather support companies that work

Introduction: The Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) is seeking a Global Product Manager for their Fairtrade and Fair Mined Gold. See below. ~ Marc Choyt, Publisher Fairtrade and Fairmined Gold is a Partnership between Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International (FLO) and The Alliance for Responsible Mining Foundation (ARM). The Partnership for Fairtrade and Fairmined Gold is