We prioritize suppliers and subcontractors who offer above-market wages and positive working conditions, even if it means higher costs. This is especially crucial with vendors in India. Additionally, we support organizations like Diamonds Do Good and Share & Care Foundation, which empower individuals in economically challenged communities and bolster the natural diamond industry.
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We adhere to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, promoting safe and dignified working conditions. We also contribute to healthcare-focused charities, including Doctors Without Borders, UNICEF, and American Red Cross, that provide emergency relief and healthcare in impoverished regions, especially for children.
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We offer lifelong learning opportunities to our team and their families, supporting education through upskilling and allowing team members to partially homeschool their children during work hours. Our philanthropic contributions to education-focused organizations, like UNICEF and Diamonds Do Good, help improve access to education in underprivileged communities.
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With 37% of our team identifying as female, we support gender equality and are signatories of the Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs). We have an upskilling program to train female team members for management roles, promoting gender diversity and career growth.
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We prioritize a positive work environment, paying above-market salaries, providing generous benefits, and promoting work-life balance in our New York and Geneva offices. We also prefer suppliers who offer positive conditions to their employees, even at a higher cost.
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Our operational practices use advanced technologies, like in-house machines to test for synthetic diamonds and iTraceiT, a blockchain-based traceability solution. This enhances the quality and integrity of our sourcing processes.
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We are committed to equality and diversity, with 100% of our New York office staff identifying as underrepresented minorities. Our Equal Opportunity Employer Policy underscores our dedication to social justice and fairness in the workplace.
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All team members use public transportation, reducing transportation-related emissions and supporting sustainable urban living.
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All team members use public transportation, reducing transportation-related emissions and supporting sustainable urban living.
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We prioritize suppliers and subcontractors who offer above-market wages and positive working conditions, even if it means higher costs. This is especially crucial with vendors in India. Additionally, we support organizations like Diamonds Do Good and Share & Care Foundation, which empower individuals in economically challenged communities and bolster the natural diamond industry.
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Our green growth initiative promotes tree planting to sequester carbon dioxide and boost biodiversity. We offset Scope 2 emissions with Terrapass's Green e-Certified Renewable Energy Certificates, supporting local reforestation and renewable energy projects. We also provide separate appliances and options for our vegetarian and vegan staff.
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