From August 21 to August 23, 2024, the Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand (GIT) in Bangkok will host an intensive three-day course tailored for jewelry industry professionals, organized in collaboration with the CIBJO Academy. The course will focus on the ethical and sustainable best practices outlined in CIBJO’s Blue Books, a definitive set of classification and nomenclature standards compiled and updated by CIBJO Commissions.
Led by industry experts such as Kenneth Scarratt, Dean of the CIBJO Academy; Thanong Leelawatanasuk, GIT Deputy Director; and Dr. Bhuwadol Wanthanachaisaieng, Chief of the Research and Standards Department at GIT, the program will offer a comprehensive overview of technical and due diligence standards related to precious metals, colored stones, diamonds, pearls, and precious coral.
The course will place particular emphasis on transparent and unambiguous disclosure, responsible sourcing, and sustainable environmental practices. Additional sections will examine the interconnectivity of the jewelry supply chain and certifiable compliance systems, with special focus on the system developed by the Responsible Jewellery Council. The CIBJO Blue Books, which will serve as primary course materials, will be available for free download on the CIBJO website.
«The verifiable ensuring of consumer confidence in the gemstone and jewellery industries is playing an ever-more central role in the daily operations of companies and other organisations in our industry», said Kenneth Scarratt. «This course offers a great opportunity for participants to gain an understanding of the current industry developed best practices that reside in CIBJO’s iconic Blue Books and how these, when adopted, help support both consumer and industry confidence in our products».
Sumed Prasongpongchai, CEO of GIT, added, «GIT operates with transparency and maintains high standards of governance in the gem and jewellery industry. The collaboration between CIBJO Academy and GIT in offering courses on business operations with good governance will promote sustainability in the Thai gem and jewellery sector».
