The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) hosted the 8th edition of its charity dinner, 'Jewellers for Hope,' at a glittering event attended by industry leaders and philanthropists. Backed by lead partner De Beers; Associate Partner World Gold Council; and powered by GIA, the 'Jewellers for Hope' charity event garnered overwhelming support from jewellers, diamond exporters, retailers, and global associations. The proceeds of the charity dinner were donated to Relief Projects India, a leading NGO focussed on women-child centric issues and education.
Actor Vicky Kaushal attended the event on behalf of Relief Projects India and spoke about the organisation and the impact it has created in India. Relief Projects India is a dedicated non-profit trust committed to making a positive impact on the lives of the less fortunate through education, health, and awareness initiatives.
Vicky Kaushal said, “I would like to extend many thanks and gratitude to Jewellers for Hope and The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council for recognising and supporting a cause which is so close to my heart - Relief Projects India (RPI). I am extremely proud of the work that RPI has put in over the years for their education programme - Mountain View School, which is dedicated on providing quality education and a safe environment to all underprivileged kids in the area.”
Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC said, "Since its inception, the gem and jewellery industry has been at the forefront of Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, embracing the ethos of giving back to society and fostering unity for a common cause. Through the noble platform of 'Jewellers for Hope,' the Council has championed several meaningful causes.”
Paul Rowley, Executive Vice President, Diamond Trading, De Beers Group, said, “The jewellery business celebrates people's relationships and magical moments and initiatives such as Jewellers for Hope bring joy and happiness to them.”
Somasundaram PR, Regional CEO, World Gold Council, India, said, "Jewellers for Hope is part of the industry's CSR mandate within the broader ambit of globally accepted ESG principles. We have been working closely with GJEPC on various business initiatives and Jewellers for Hope is as strategic and significant as any of them."
Launched in 2014, Jewellers for Hope is the altruistic initiative of the GJEPC, aimed at mobilizing the gem and jewellery industry - from manufacturers and traders to miners and retailers - to raise funds for commendable NGOs in various fields, including education, health, tribal welfare, women's empowerment, and more.
