The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), the leading global standard-setting organization for the jewelry and watch industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Co-Chairs to its Standards Committee: Sara Yood, President & CEO of the Jewellers Vigilance Committee (JVC), and Eduard Stefanescu, Sustainability Manager of C.HAFNER GmbH + Co. KG. Their combined leadership brings deep regulatory, technical, supply-chain, and governance expertise to the committee responsible for shaping the future of RJC’s standards.

“The Responsible Jewellery Council is one of the most important organizations for the entire jewelry industry - from mine to finger- as it helps create a framework of responsible practices,” says NDC’s Raluca Anghel. “In addition to being part of the Sustainable Development Committee, I am delighted to now join the Standards Committee and contribute to the ultimate guidelines and codes of practice to enhance our beautiful industry.”