If you or someone you know is affected by the issues in this article, visit the World Diamond Council for information on the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme.
The Kimberley Process requires participating governments to certify that shipments of rough diamonds are conflict-free. It was a watershed moment for corporate responsibility. For a time, it seemed the "Blood Diamond so..." dilemma had been solved. The industry breathed a sigh of relief, and marketing campaigns emphasized the legitimacy of certified stones. Blood Diamond So...