Transparency in the supply chain: shining a light on Fairtrade gold

Typically artisanal miners in Africa earn less than a $1 a day and live in extreme poverty, yet they are producing gold that could end up as someone’s wedding ring. By choosing a ring that is made from Fairtrade gold, consumers can show they care about each other and that they care about helping small scale miners to enjoy a fairer and more sustainable future.
http://www.theguardian.com/sustainable-business/fairtrade-partner-zone/2014/oct/02/transparency-supply-chain-fairtrade-gold-silver-jewellery