IJL Is Newest RJC Supporter

(IDEX Online News) – The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) today announced that International Jewellery London (IJL), the UK’s leading jewelry trade event, has become an official Supporter of the Council.

“We are delighted to announce IJL as a new Supporter of the RJC. IJL joins institutions such as ABN AMRO and Richemont as valuable RJC Supporters and more than 310 companies and trade associations in the Council’s growing membership,” said Michael Rae, RJC’s CEO.

RJC will be present at IJL 2011 with a booth for the duration of the Show, will participate in the Great Debate and will host a workshop on RJC Member Certification.

"We are most grateful to IJL for their generous support and we look forward to working closely to assist all IJL exhibitors achieve the crucial goal of consumer confidence," Rae added.

"IJL is the UK's leading jewelry trade event and we have a total commitment to delivering an event that is important to the global jewelry industry," said Syreeta Tranfield, IJL Event Co-Director.

Retailers and buyers attending the show also want to find out about issues affecting the industry, which is why IJL has an extensive seminar program and holds the Great Debate at the show, with key figures discussing ethics. IDEX Online's Edahn Golan will be among the speakers at show.

"We support the Responsible Jewellery Council as we believe in promoting responsible social and environmental practices, and supporting human rights, throughout the industry, from mine to retail," Tranfield added.