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Use this handy checklist when checking out retailers to avoid missing loopholes.
1
What are your conflict diamond policies?
Written policy available
with clear definition of
conflict free.
No official policy.
2
Where can I find your policy stated or published?
Available on website
or in printed form.
No official statement in written form.
3
How do you define
conflict free?
In addition to providing
Kimberley Process compliance, avoids
furthering violence, child labor, or harm to the environment.
Does not address human rights abuses or environmental impact. Relies solely on compliance with the Kimberley Process.
4
Do you provide official certification of conflict
free status?
Yes
No
5
Where do your
diamonds originate from? In what
conditions are they mined, cut, and
polished?
Canada. Mine is named
with independent
verification. Information is available about conditions
in mine, cutting and
polishing facilities.
No information available on mine or cutting and
polishing facilities. Independent verification is unavailable.
6
How are your diamonds tracked from the mine
to cutting and polishing
to your store?
Fully tracked and monitored,
and accompanied by
independent certification.
No independent monitoring or auditing.
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