Responsible Sourcing

For EMD Diamonds, responsible diamond sourcing lies at the very heart of our business. It means that throughout every diamond's journey from rough to polished, special care has been taken to ensure ethical business practices, support for the advancement of a variety of local communities, and protection of the natural world, which is the ultimate source of our diamonds.
As part of our commitment to sourcing responsibly, we are proud members of the Responsible Jewellery council (RJC), the world's leading sustainability standards setting organization for the jewelry industry.

The RJC Code of Practices policy

The RJC Code of practices policy defines the EMD Diamonds standards on business ethics, human rights, social performance and environmental performance against which EMD Diamonds are to be certified. A key feature of RJC certification is the requirement for independent third party auditing of EMD Diamonds management systems and performance. The RJC certification system also establishes mechanisms for early identification of issues, corrective action, and enforcement methodology.

The EMD Diamonds Code of practices covers a wide range of sustainable development issues, and is applicable throughout the supply chain, from rough diamonds to jewelry retail to the final consumer.

As members of the Responsible Jewellery Council, EMD Diamonds seeks economic, social and environmental benefits from its business activities so that the company contribute to sustainable development following these guidelines:

We are committed to conducting our businesses to a high ethical standard, and to ensuring integrity, transparency and conformance with applicable law.

We will not engage in bribery and/or corruption.

We will not tolerate Money laundering and/or financing of terrorism.

We will adhere to the Kimberley process Certification system and the world Diamond Council voluntary system of warranties.

We will take reasonable measures to ensure the physical integrity and security of product shipments.

We will respect the fundamental human rights and the dignity of the individual, according to the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

We are committed to high standards of health and safety in our operations. We will adhere to working hours and remuneration legislation.

We will adhere to working hours and remuneration legislation.

We will conduct our business in an environmentally responsible manner.

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Our Diamonds’ Ethical Origins

EMD Diamonds is proud to be one of the first diamond wholesalers in the US to offer diamonds that have been selected for their ethical and environmentally responsible origins.
Our suppliers demonstrate a robust chain of custody protocol for their diamonds and can track and segregate diamonds by origin. Furthermore, they are required to source diamonds that originate from specific mine operators who follow the Kimberley process and adhere to internationally recognized labor, trade, and environmental standards. Our suppliers of diamonds with origin are all members of the Responsible Jewelry Council (RJC), and follow the RJC Code of practice.

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Where We Source From

botswana sort

The Botswana sort diamonds are sourced from mines that follow internationally recognized labor, trade, and environmental standards. The majority of these diamonds were mined in Botswana, while the rest in South Africa, Namibia, and Canada. Revenue from Botswana Sort diamonds has been extensively reinvested into education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

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angola

Angola's diamonds are primarily sourced from the Catoca mine. It is one of the world's largest diamond mines, which makes it a major source of income for the country. Revenues from diamonds have already helped build roads, improve healthcare and education, and expand Angola's communication and technology networks.

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Sierra Leone

Diamonds from Sierra Leone are known for their beauty. In recent years, a number of recognized diamond companies have invested in the country, providing employment for thousands of Sierra Leoneans and contributing substantially to the nation's economy, including financing the construction of hospitals, schools, and roads.

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CANADA

Canadian diamonds are primarily sourced from the Diavik and Ekati mines, which are committed to high environmental and human rights standards. Both mines have demonstrated a strong commitment to hiring local Indigenous people, providing a skilled apprenticeship program and sponsoring scholarship funds.

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south africa

South Africa is the birthplace of the modern diamond industry. Within a decade after diamonds were found there in the 1860s, the world's production of diamonds increased tenfold. Diamonds create jobs for hundreds of thousands of South Africans, and tax revenues from diamond companies go to building hospitals, schools, and roads.

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namibia

Namibian diamonds are renowned for being of high quality. The majority of Namibia's diamonds are found in alluvial deposits and along its coastline. A large part of the country's diamond revenue goes to building homes in local communities, promoting health care, and supporting local businesses and schools.

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botswana

Botswana is a success built by diamonds, starting with its first diamond mine Orapa in 1972 and continuing to this day. The diamond mining sector has helped build hospitals, schools, and roads through socially responsible leadership, transforming Botswana into one of Africa's most prosperous countries.

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Giving Back

EMD Diamonds is passionate about cultivating a more transparent, sustainable, compassionate and inclusive diamond industry. We aim to extend our positive impact not just to our supply chain, but also in the greater communities where natural diamonds are sourced. We support the Diamonds Do Good organization, whose mission is to promote programs that develop and empower people in communities where natural diamonds are mined, cut, and polished.

To learn more visit DiamondsDoGood.com

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