Columbia Gem House, Inc. - Trigem Designs

business

Address and Contact:

PO Box 820889

Vancouver, WA

98682

Eric Braunwart
info@columbiagemhouse.com
(360) 514-0569

http://www.fairtradegems.com

Organization Description:

Columbia Gem House, Inc. offers consumers the option of Fair Trade Gems, and the first fair trade and quality assurance program in the jewelry industry.

Example Project:

Fair Trade Gems are closely tracked from mine to market to ensure that every gem has been handled according to strict protocols. The protocols include environmental protection, fair labor practices at the cutting and jewelry factories, and a tight chain of custody that eliminates the possibility of treated gems or synthetics being introduced into the supply chain. The program also includes promotion of cultural diversity, and public education and accountability.

Activities that combat poverty:

Development, Economic & Social Inequities, Employment & Income Generation, Fair Trade, International Trade, Community Development

Activities that protect the environment:

Public Environmental Conceptions & Behavior

Areas of Service:

Public Awareness, Products & Services, Sustainable Business Practices & Operations

Nations of the World:

Asia: China

Americas: United States of America