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Participants in the conference included some of the industry's most respected stakeholders,
who presented different perspectives on the state and future of fair trade jewelry,
and then participated in an open panel session, fielding questions from audience
members.
 Gaetano Cavalieri, President of CIBJO, The World Jewelry Confederation, spoke about
sustainable economic development and the role CIBJO’s support of the United Nations
Global Compact plays in the development of Fair Trade jewelry.
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presentation
 Andrew Cody, president of the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA) and
Dr. Michael Hopkins of MHC International Ltd. presented a comprehensive and practical
proposal for a global "jewelry ethical trade system."
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 Cheryl Hicks of the World Business Council of Sustainable Development spoke about
sustainable consumption and the changing of consumer perspectives to a greener point
of view. In her presentation, "Sustainability Issues and Opportunities for Brands
and Luxury," Hicks explained how ethical sourcing and sustainability would become
even more crucial in 2009, as luxury brands seek to define themselves in terms of
their credibility in responsible practice.
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 Patrick Schein of the Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) discussed the difficulties
facing artisanal miners in the third world, and how the organization's "Standard
Zero" certified gold, platinum and silver is playing a role in providing an equitable
living for those miners.
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 Pamela Caillens, Corporate Responsibility Director for Cartier International presented
for the Responsible Jewellery Council, where she outlined a proposal for a standardized
certification system. Caillens also explained how the RJC was different than fair
trade, but shared a common goal.
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Veerle Vrolijk-van Wauwe of Transparence S.A. / Clara Hidrón of Oro Verde coming
soon
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