The 2024 Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference and the Gem Boutique
August 9 & 10, 2024
Donald E. Stephen’s Convention Center | Rosemont, IL
The conference where the international community of thinkers and doers in responsible jewelry gathers.
The 2024 Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference and the Gem Boutique* will be held on August 9-10, alongside the INSTORE Show which creates greater industry awareness and will help expand our mission of creating responsible supply chains for jewelry materials and production. This is your chance to delve into the future of sustainable and ethical practices within the industry. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of critical issues and inspiring solutions. Full schedule available here.
Here’s a glimpse of what awaits:
- Go Global with planetGOLD: Discover how this UN-led initiative is eliminating mercury use in gold mining across 25 countries. Learn about their innovative solutions and the impact they’re making on communities worldwide.
- PeaceGold™: A Game Changer: Jewelry industry veteran Greg Valerio unveils his groundbreaking social enterprise, PeaceGold™. This DRC-based project offers a unique approach to responsible and traceable gold sourcing.
- Combating Corruption in Gemstones: Dive deep into the issue of corruption in the gemstone industry and its impact on consumers, miners, and traders. Experts will guide you on how to support anti-corruption efforts and make ethical purchasing decisions.
- Lesotho Diamonds: Balancing Progress and Protection: Hear from Thabos Letherioli about the plight of indigenous communities near the Gem Diamond mine. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities surrounding the legalization of artisanal and small-scale diamond mining in Lesotho.
- Rehabilitation on the Horizon: Learn about the efforts of leading jewelry companies to address the environmental impact of abandoned tailings ponds.
- Design with a Difference: Get inspired by innovative jewelry designers who prioritize ethical sourcing, storytelling, and responsible practices in their creations.
- National Action Plan for Responsible Business Conduct: The U.S. Department of Labor will present the action plan, which was just released and will affect all businesses operating in the U.S. and their suppliers.
- RESOLVE: Mejuri will discuss their work with RESOLVE to source gold from legacy mines in the Americas.
- Kimberly Process: Representatives from the KPCS and stakeholders in Gabon and Lesotho come together to discuss the inclusion of artisanal and small-scale diamond miners into mainstream markets.
- Roundtable: Jewelry designers, retailers and brands will share and discuss what they have learned at the conference and have implemented into their own businesses.
View the full schedule.
2024 Responsible Gem Boutique
*The Chicago Responsible Jewelry Conference will host a Responsible Gem Boutique on Sunday, August 11 (the day after the conference). The Gem Boutique is FREE attend and no need to register.
AUGUST 9-10, 2024 CONFERENCE
HELD ALONGSIDE THE INSTORE SHOW!
RESPONSIBLE GEM BOUTIQUE ON AUGUST 11
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