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![The Entrepreneurship Grants program supports winners with financial aid to scale their businesses and increase their societal impact, said Diamonds Do Good. Pictured here are three of the 13 winners, top right is Tresia Shituula, and bottom row left to right, are Monkgogi Moshaga and Mohamed Samu. Tresia Shituula, Monkgogi Moshaga, Mohamed Samu](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a7c9b87301b76a9446f6522747ce5b95.jpg)
The grant provided a total of $100,000 to support 13 entrepreneurs from diamond communities in Africa and India.
![SRK Exports’ policies will focus on human rights, environmental stewardship, labor standards, and more, said the diamond supplier. Shree Ramkrishna Exports Logo](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/df967b19be4f63c604481e792bf13697.jpg)
As a member of UNGC, the diamond supplier pledges to implement sustainable and socially responsible policies.
![Tabayer Oera ‘Unity’ Ring](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/10fbc6736a60d3c933c886803a6878bf.jpg)
Crafted in Fairmined gold with a rainbow of agate, the ring is a joyful symbol of inclusivity, diversity, and solidarity.
![Amid the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas Jewelry Market Week 2023, participants gathered early one morning to support Jewelers for Children. Rings of Strength Las Vegas 2023](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/8cb6f080858df4bebab8cc8beebadde9.jpg)
More than 120 participants walked and ran a 5k to benefit the organization during Las Vegas Jewelry Market Week.
![Grandview Klein Diamonds and Phillipine Angula Development Investments held an event at Eros Primary School in Windhoek, Namibia, to unveil the companies’ joint donation of computers, laptops and sanitary wear. Grandview Klein Diamonds and Phillipine Angula Development Investments’ Eros Primary School donations](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3b61cb828d41125455714d779148bd9f.jpg)
The donation to a school in Namibia included computer equipment, infrastructure repair and sanitary wear.
![Michaela Coel approached jewelry designer Emefa Cole ahead of the Met Gala to inquire about Single Mine Origin gold jewelry to represent their shared Ghanaian heritage at the event. Cole styled her with a gold headpiece, a pair of earrings and two cocktail rings from her new “Worth Their Weight” collection. (Photo credit/courtesy of Emefa Cole and Getty Images) 20230503_EmefaCole-Header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3c8e3384c97f3c844304f8a4f1430a54.jpg)
Actress Michaela Coel was “dripping in gold” at the Met Gala, wearing jewelry handmade by fellow British-Ghanian artist Emefa Cole.
![The application window for The Rejewelry Competition is open on RJM’s website until June 1.
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Selected designers will create jewelry using recycled and donated goods to be exhibited and judged in November.
![The 14 designers who will participate in the 2023 Jewelry Loupe Project are (from left to right): Maura Green, Renata Cambauva, Alice Son, Caitlin Velázquez-Fagley, Betsy Yates, Sardwell, Tamsin Rasor, Ava Schlesinger, June Cream, Jennifer Hillyer, Kelly Lannen, Sarah Bernstein, Olivia Sugarman, and Tiffany Bausch Weld. This photo shows the 14 designers who will participate in the 2023 Jewelry Loupe Project.](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/09c0a16f62d947ff4575f1163cb14723.jpg)
Following a record number of applicants, 14 emerging designers were selected for the mentorship program, now in its fifth year.
![There are 12 spots still available for a 10-day trip to artisanal mines in East Africa next January hosted by Gem Legacy Adventures. 20230425_GemLegacy1.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/49a1f5c9c2de7109baa82c59b44ac9d7.jpg)
Registration is open now to join the for-profit arm of Gem Legacy on its third trip to Tanzania and Kenya.
![David Yurman and brand ambassador Scarlett Johansson are continuing to support the Lower Eastside Girls Club, announcing plans to donate the proceeds from select jewels now through June 30. 20230419_David Yurman header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/df892e8019f8eb8ebbdf3dc574c0d6e2.jpg)
A portion of proceeds from select jewels will benefit the Lower Eastside Girls Club.
![The story of Pittsburgh jeweler and Holocaust survivor Melvin Goldman, seen at right with his wife, Mildred, will be told on stage through new play “Perseverance” at the Prime Stage Theatre in Pittsburgh. 20230410_Melvin Goldman.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0966cb2c4b5bfaecc988096e49879143.jpg)
At the Prime Stage Theatre in Pittsburgh, “Perseverance” will share the story of jeweler Melvin Goldman.
![Jewelry designer Brent Neale Winston said she felt helpless following the March 27 school shooting in Nashville, Tennessee. Via her Instagram, she began raising money for Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control and against gun violence. 20230401_Brent Neale header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/00d01128616cb6da56eaec1e033cbb70.jpg)
In the wake of another school shooting, jewelry designer Brent Neale Winston raised money for the nonprofit via an Instagram sale.
![The Museum of Arts and Design’s “MAD About Jewelry” annual benefit sale will be held this month, showcasing 50 jewelry designers. Seen here is 2022 MAD About Jewelry artist Jenny Luckett. (Photo credit: Jenna Bascom) 20230401_MAD About Jewelry Event.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/2fb37e86d6f9f70d597a7bc2269c03ae.jpg)
The Museum of Arts and Design is hosting its annual benefit sale of contemporary jewelry later this month.
![Diamonds Do Good has announced the winners of its annual awards. They will be recognized at its annual gala on June 1 at 6 p.m. at the Venetian Hotel’s Palazzo Ballroom. DDG Logo.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/10263a9bc95c2505e58372614fafcb91.jpg)
The organization said it will recognize those who exemplify the idea that doing good is good business.
![Hari Krishna Exports hosted a gala March 19 as part of the UN Water Conference. The event featured a panel on sustainability, hosted by Everledger CEO Leanne Kemp (left), featuring Ghanshyam Dholakia, managing director of Hari Krishna, GIA CEO Susan Jacques, Helzberg CEO Brad Hampton, Signet Jewelers CEO Gina Drosos, and Paul Rowley, vice president of sales at De Beers Group. 20230322_UN Water Conference Gala.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c419919bcd9bd444201dc33ccf3dad94.jpg)
The CEOs of Signet, Helzberg, and GIA spoke on a water conservation panel, and had lakes named in their companies’ honor.
![Kwiat is selling this sterling silver and diamond bracelet to benefit the nonprofit organization charity: water, which works to bring clean drinking water to people who need it. 20230322_Kwiat World Water Day bracelet.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7f68eddcf268869cab64b51e4ecf57f1.jpg)
Sales of the sleek sterling silver and diamond design will go to nonprofit organization charity: water.
![The JCK Industry Fund Committee has announced the recipients of its annual grants, totaling $340,000. 2023_JCK Industry Fund Logo.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/660bff3cfe9cedd814773ea7163cc872.jpg)
Here’s what the nine chosen organizations plan to do with the funds.
![An aerial view of the Dholakia Foundation’s “Mission 100 Sarovar” project, which has brought water to areas of Gujarat that have been experiencing droughts in recent years. 20230315_Dholakia Foundation water project.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/704a7536da6fd4440c4876ed37df409c.jpg)
Hari Krishna Exports and the Dholakia Foundation’s “Mission 100 Sarovar” aims to create 100 lakes to help revive an area of Gujarat.
![GIA’s exhibit on mercury-free mining, showcased during the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, won the Betty Clayton Gibson Memorial Trophy for “Best Museum Exhibit for 2023.” (Photo by Chris Rogers/GIA) 20230310_GIA Mercury Free Mining Exhibit.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/a9af456f515ee095fd9f2252c1ef38d7.jpg)
The exhibit received the Betty Clayton Gibson Memorial Trophy for “Best Museum Exhibit for 2023.”
![The stars of this year’s Pomellato for Women video, created in honor of International Women’s Day, are (left to right): Jane Fonda, Nasim Eshqi, Joey King, Paola Enogu, and CEO Sabina Belli. 20230309_Pomellato.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d6219c42b6c41fb74c81966633f08c90.jpg)
It’s the sixth annual video championing women’s rights in honor of International Women’s Day.
![Anjali Sivasothy is the recipient of the “Zillion Women in STEM Scholarship.” 20230228_Zillion_STEM_Scholarship.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7827afb8b347f01b08ad3ebb8c0a5d9b.jpg)
It’s awarded annually to a female student majoring in a STEM discipline.
![A selection of the permanent bracelets Aurelie G offered at “Permanent for Paws,” the fundraiser held at The Seven West Village to benefit the WeACT dog rescue charity. “I’ve always had a big place in my heart for dogs and for jewelry,” said The Seven’s owner, Camille Zarsky. “Combining these two passions made this event a joy for me to be a part of.” 20230217_Aurelie G Permanent for Paws header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c982e9735220b7bb1e54b838e6df8593.jpg)
The Seven West Village literally went to the dogs in mid-December, hosting a charity event benefiting WeACT.
![Parma G. is a Diamonds Do Good scholar at the Veerayatan Engineering School in India. DDG recently announced that it’s giving out $300,000 in grants this year to diamond mining and manufacturing communities on three continents. (Photo courtesy of Diamonds Do Good) 20230216_DDG grants header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/5e1d1846aa2f80aec14189b2695430d2.jpg)
The money went to individuals in diamond mining and manufacturing communities in Africa, India and Canada.
![The “Summer Ring” by Ruben Manuel Designs is crafted in 18-karat yellow gold with diamonds totaling 2.45 carats. It retails for $27,795. The brand is part of the Emerging Designers Diamond Initiative, which has launched its latest designer ranges at Marissa Collections. 20230208_EDDI-header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c2e0b4181aa8603a9f73f8879fa50192.jpg)
Six designers from the Natural Diamond Council and Lorraine Schwartz’s Emerging Designer Diamond Initiative have debuted their collections.