Social & Environmental Policy
Cred Jewellery is committed to third party independent certification wherever this is possible. Below is a summary of the main issues we seek to adhere to in our sourcing of precious metals and gemstones.
Human Rights
We aim to support the Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognising that every person has the right to life, liberty and freedom and should have access to the basic resources such as water, food, clothing, shelter, education, self determination and work that is required to enable humanity to live in dignity.
In addition to this we ensure that all our diamonds come from suppliers who adhere to the Kimberley process protocols on certifying rough diamonds as conflict-free.
Social Standards
Cred will work towards the following standards with all of our suppliers recognising that all business benefits from civil society and should play a positive role in shaping society for the common good.
Employment is freely chosen.
Working conditions are safe and hygienic.
Child labour is not used.
Living wages are paid.
Working hours are not excessive.
No discrimination is practised.
Regular employment is provided.
No harsh or inhumane treatment is allowed.
Environmental Policy
Cred aims to source all its precious metals and gem stones from small-scale artisan mining communities that have a concern for the biodiversity of their local region. In order to achieve this we aim to fulfil the following criteria with our primary source partners.
No toxic chemicals to be used during the mining process. (i.e. mercury and sulphuric acid and cyanide).
The mined area should gain ecological stability within three years.
Topsoil removed from the mined area should be saved and replaced at the end of the extraction procedure.
Silt loads (residue left after mining process) entering the aquatic eco-system (rivers, lakes and water table) should not be more than the local eco-system can handle.
All mining operations must be conducted with the agreement of the local indigenous people or community councils.
Bio-diversity indicators will be established before mining can commence.
All mining activity must comply with local, regional and national regulations.
In aiming to achieve these standards as a jewellery company we aim to set the highest possible target for ourselves as a company and to empower the consumer and general public to make a more educated decision when it comes to purchasing jewellery.