The Industry’s Russia Crisis: Formulating Sanctions March 16, 2023 The recent pledge by the G7 nations to develop new measures on Russian diamonds will have a lasting effect on the industry. Industry
The Man Helping Open Doors for Jewelers of Color March 5, 2023 Elliot Carlyle is on a mission to give underrepresented creators the resources they need to succeed. Social Responsibility
Podcast: The Path Toward Sustainability February 23, 2023 Rapaport’s Avi Krawitz chats with Iris Van der Veken of the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 about the organization’s immediate and long-term goals. Social Responsibility
Joint Sustainability Project Puts Focus on Small Businesses February 12, 2023 UN teams up with Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 to help improve ethical practices. Social Responsibility
New Initiative Tackles Colored-Gemstone Traceability February 12, 2023 AGTA partners with Colorado School of Mines to bring transparency to African gem operations. Social Responsibility
Podcast: The Importance of Tracking Your Diamond February 7, 2023 Frederik Degryse, CEO of iTraceiT chats with Rapaport’s Avi Krawitz about the rising demand for traceability programs Social Responsibility
FTC Extends Deadline for ‘Green Guides’ Feedback February 5, 2023 Jewelers Vigilance Committee (JVC) now accepting submissions until March 10. Industry
The Group Pushing to Unite the Trade on Sustainability December 11, 2022 Climate action is key for the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030, says executive director Iris Van der Veken. Social Responsibility
Change on the ground August 29, 2022 Nonprofit group Gem Legacy aims to help east African miners, cutters and communities see benefit from the stones that enrich their land. Social Responsibility
RJC Head Iris Van der Veken Resigns March 30, 2022 RAPAPORT… Iris Van der Veken has resigned as executive director…