In a press release on CSR Wire, STR Responsible Sourcing announced a partnership with the Responsible Jewellery Council. They will be auditing RJC’s supply chain. STR Responsible Sourcing categorized their initiative with the RJC in the press release as “fair trade.” The STR Responsible Sourcing initiative with the RJC is similar to fair trade only

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