The Coloured Gemstones Working Group is committed to a transparent, responsible and vibrant jewellery industry.
About Us
Coloured Gemstones Working Group (CGWG) unites leading luxury brands and mining companies with a common interest in catalysing positive change in the coloured gemstones and jewellery industry.
Through collective action and agreement, the CGWG aims to advance transparency, sustainability and responsible business practices in the vibrant coloured gemstones and jewellery industry.
The CGWG was established in 2015 with a common interest in creating positive change through the responsible sourcing of coloured gemstones. Today the members of the CGWG are:
- Gemfields
- Kering
- LVMH Watches & Jewelry
- The Muzo Companies
- Richemont International SA
- Tiffany & Co.
Gemstones and precious metals are produced in over 50 countries worldwide - with much of these resources being mined by artisanal and small-scale miners. The cutting and polishing industry employs small and family-run businesses. Our industry plays a vital economic role in many developing countries and supports millions of people worldwide.
To protect the traditions, crafts and livelihoods of these communities, we need to improve industry standards of corporate accountability, labour practices, environmental protection and governance.
It is time for a collective effort from the businesses and communities that rely on and work in this industry to harness business as a force for change - to build a path together to a more just, balanced and sustainable world.
Our Values
Community: We recognise that we are part of a larger community, and we measure our success against how we benefit the industry as a whole.
Diversity: We strive to show deep respect for the many different people, types of organisations and institutions that work within our community, from sole traders to multi-nationals, trade organisations and government agencies.
Inclusivity: We work together to achieve solutions to tough challenges both inside and outside our own organisations and in society at large.
Accessibility: We make the outputs of our collective work freely available to the members of our community and strive to do so in ways that are easy to understand, use and disseminate.
Continuous improvement: We do not expect perfection from day one, but we are committed to improving our performance, and that of our community members and industry, one step at a time.
Transparency: We are open about our plans, successes and setbacks; our organisation and partners; and, the means by which we support our work.
Disclaimer: The CGWG members’ activities are undertaken with an understanding of the importance of compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to laws and regulations relating to antitrust and competition. The CGWG members undertake at all times to act in accordance with, and strictly adhere to, the letter and the spirit of all applicable national and international antitrust and competition laws and regulations (Antitrust Laws).
The CGWG Members
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