Website: http://ethicalmetalsmiths.org
Email: mail@ethicalmetalsmiths.org
Contact Number : 619-286-9278
Ethical Metalsmiths is a US-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to fostering transparency and sustainability within the jewelry industry. By connecting suppliers, jewelers, and consumers, the association works to ensure that the beauty of jewelry does not come at a human or environmental cost.
Our Mission and Values
The mission of Ethical Metalsmiths is to inspire responsible jewelry practices through education, connection, and action. They envision a global industry where every stage of the supply chain operates with respect, dignity, and environmental responsibility.
Member Benefits and Professional Development
Members gain access to a supportive community and tools designed to elevate their commitment to ethical sourcing:
- Professional Jeweler Profiles: Showcase your commitment through website profiles featuring transparency self-assessment tools.
- Emerging Responsible Jeweler Program: A 1-3 year mentored program providing specialized content and guidance for those new to sustainable practices.
- EM Community Forum: A rich online platform and mobile app for networking, discussing industry challenges, and sharing resources.
- Educational Resources: Access to a comprehensive directory covering various aspects of responsible studio habits and sourcing.
Impactful Initiatives and Projects
Ethical Metalsmiths drives change through several high-impact programs:
- Radical Jewelry Makeover: An international “community mining” project where jewelers transform donated jewelry into new, sustainable designs.
- Student Exhibitions: The annual So Fresh + So Clean exhibition and Emerging Artist Award support the next generation of jewelers.
- Action Coalition: A platform for members to engage in direct activism and advocacy for industry-wide reform.
- The Source Blog: In-depth articles and research covering diverse ethical issues in the jewelry trade. By joining Ethical Metalsmiths, jewelry professionals become part of a global movement dedicated to integrity, environmental stewardship, and a cleaner future for the craft.
