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Conflict Diamonds
Conflict Diamonds are diamonds which are illegally traded to fund conflict.
"Diamonds that originate from areas controlled by forces or factions opposed to legitimate and internationally recognised governments”
United Nations definition of conflict diamonds.
What has been done about conflict diamonds?
The diamond industry, governments, non-governmental organisations and the United Nations adopted the Kimberley Process Certification System to help eliminate the trade of conflict diamonds. Conflict free diamonds are transported in a tamper-resistant container and must be accompanied by a government-validated Kimberley Process Certificate.
The System of Warranties (SoW) Assurance was introduced to assure only legitimately sourced diamonds are traded. Once a diamond is imported and ready for trade a written statement must accompany all invoices guaranteeing the diamonds are from legitimate sources.
Dirty Gold
The 'No Dirty Gold Campaign' raises awareness amongst customers, retailers and the general public about the impacts of gold mining. The mining industry has been asked to address its practices so that gold is not produced at the expense of communities, workers and the environment.
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