Articles tagged: "socially responsible jewelry"

1: Is There Such A Thing As Fair Trade Jewelry?

Third party certified "fair trade" jewelry does not exist; yet if you google "fair trade jewelry" millions of sites come up. Written for the consumer and the trade, this short article, extensively researched and referenced, sorts though challenges around ethical sourcing in the jewelry sector. The article concludes that transparency is more valuable than any "fair" or "eco" labeling.

2: Is There Such A Thing As Fair Trade Jewelry?

Third party certified "fair trade" jewelry does not exist; yet if you google "fair trade jewelry" millions of sites come up. Written for the consumer and the trade, this short article, extensively researched and referenced, sorts though the concept of "fair trade" in the jewelry sector. The examples from many sources shed light on what fair trade jewelry might mean, if there is such a thing.

3: An Interview on a Fair Trade Jewelry Model in South Africa

Laurens Mare is CEO of the South African Jewelry Counsel. The interview was conducted by Marc Choyt.Through the nonprofit organization, Vukani-Ubuntu, you have created a wonderful model that trains economically disadvantaged people from townships into the jewelry trade. Let 's start with what

4: Get Peace of Mind with These 10 Questions for Your Jeweler

Would you knowingly wear a wedding ring or a pair of earrings created by mistreated labor or made with metal that was mined without regard to the environment?Though we buy jewelry to mark special occasions or commitments, jewelry, to many independent jewelers, is just a commodity. Please know t

5: Four Questions That Separate Spin From Truth When Purchasing Ethical Jewelry

A few jewelry companies today differentiate themselves from the competition by branding themselves as producing green or fair trade jewelry. They're taking advantage of a growing market that values socially responsible business practices.As a consumer, how do you determine the level of sincerit