RJC appoints interim Boss after Van der Veken’s departure
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has appointed vice chairman John Hall to serve as interim executive director.
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Crisis mismanagement
The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) finally broke its silence on Alrosa’s membership. The organization was forced to respond after such prominent members including Richemont, Kering, Pandora and Watches of Switzerland withdrew from the organization in protest of the Russian company’s continued involvement. Executive director Iris Van der Veken quit her job over the issue.
Bulgari quits RJC board
Two more luxury brands have curtailed their involvement in the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) as the fallout from the Russia-Ukraine war continues.
Alrosa suspends RJC membership
The Russian diamond miner’s membership had been a point of contention, causing major companies to leave the organization.
Six months after its launch, the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030 is officially founded with new members joining
Press release – Six months since the creation of the Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030, membership has risen with new members, representing brands from different market segments, marking a level of diversity that is key to ensure the industry creates a durable and positive impact for the panel and for people.
What do we mean when we say ‘Responsible’?
It’s a question that’s been on Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff’s mind since Feb. 24.
ALROSA steps down from the board of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC)
Press release – ALROSA has voluntarily stepped down from the position of Vice-Chair of RJC, temporarily leaving the Board of Directors.
RJC Executive Director resigns as Alrosa’s status splits group
Iris Van der Veken has resigned as executive director of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), in response to how it is handling the current status of Russian diamond miner Alrosa, sources tell JCK.
With Russia, industry must prove it learned the “Blood Diamond” lesson
At an industry event last week, an old friend reproached me for my recent headline that called allowing imports of Russian-mined diamonds that were cut elsewhere a “loophole.”
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has befuddled the Kimberley Process
For a group comprising more than 80 countries, the Kimberley Process (KP) has generally operated apart from global politics. There have been occasional exceptions: In 2007, the Chinese delegation reportedly interrupted the KP plenary until the Taiwanese delegation was forced to leave.
The diamond origin dilemma
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is another defining moment for the diamond industry.
Where should we draw the line with our values and ethics?
Dear Readers As you already know, the sanctions against Russia continue and are being strengthened in the hope of bringing an end to this devastating and senseless war.
