Press Release: The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) today announced that Venus Jewel, the Indian diamond manufacturer, is the first RJC member in India to achieve certification, meeting the ethical, human rights, social and environmental standards established by the RJC Member Certification System.
The RJC Member Certification System is unmatched in any other industry for the quality and breadth of its scope and standards as well as the integrity and transparency of its developmental process. The integrity of the RJC depends on Members being audited by accredited, independent third party auditors and becoming certified within the deadlines set by the RJC Member Certification System.
“The RJC warmly congratulates Venus Jewel on achieving certification. Venus Jewel’s RJC Certification results from a successful verification assessment conducted by SGS, a highly regarded and international auditing company accredited by RJC in July 2010. Venus Jewel is the first of a significant wave of India-based companies that will achieve certification this year,” says Michael Rae, RJC’s chief executive.
“Venus Jewel was established in 1969 and since its foundation has committed to the highest level of ethics, transparency and consistency. We have an unrivalled reputation for integrity, technical innovation and expertise that we are proud to have achieved over the years. We are honored to be the first RJC Member to achieve this important certification in India and we encourage others within our industry to follow suit,” says S. P. Shah, partner at Venus Jewel.
About RJC
The Responsible Jewellery Council is an international not-for-profit organization bringing together more than 300 member companies committed to promoting responsible ethical, human rights, social and environmental practices in a transparent and accountable manner throughout the jewelry industry from mine to retail. Their commitment aims to reinforce consumer and stakeholder confidence in diamond, gold and platinum metals jewelry products. The Council has developed the RJC Member Certification System, a certification system – which will apply to all Members’ businesses that contribute to the diamond, gold and platinum metals jewelry supply chain. All Commercial Members of the RJC are required to be audited by accredited, third party auditors to verify their conformance with the RJC’s Code of Practices and become certified under the RJC Member Certification System. A full list of its Members can be found on the web at www.responsiblejewellery.com
About Venus Jewel
Over four decades, Venus Jewel continues to be a legacy in the diamond industry offering the world’s finest diamonds along with innovative services. Venus Jewels’ commitment to quality, cutting edge technology and workmanship continue to result in world class distinction. More information on www.venusjewel.com
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