Gem-A
Gem-A (the Gemmological Association of Great Britain) is the UK’s leading authority on gemmological education, research, and standards, providing internationally recognised diplomas and professional development to gemmologists, jewellers, and industry specialists. As a cornerstone of credibility in the gem trade, Gem-A shapes industry practices through its courses in gem identification, treatments, gemstone grading, and ethical sourcing. Jewellery Focus offers dedicated coverage of Gem-A’s curriculum updates, examination insights, student exhibitions, research publications, and CPD events. Our reporting aids retailers, manufacturers, gem dealers, and valuers in understanding advancements in gem knowledge, technical standards, and professional qualifications—supporting quality assurance, consumer trust, and commercial excellence in the UK jewellery sector.
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Jun- 2015 -11 JuneCurrent Affairs
Gem-A members call for emergency EGM
Members of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) are calling for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) to question the board. The online petition says that there has been concerns raised that the charity trustees are not fulfilling the charity’s “aims and objectives”, and that the charity is not being…
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4 JuneEvents
Gem-A council postpones upcoming AGM
The council of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced it will postpone its upcoming annual general meeting (AGM), citing the need to resolve ‘internal matters’. Following an announcement confirming the dates of the AGM, due to take place on June 24, the council of the association said…
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2 JuneEvents
Gem-A announces AGM details
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has said its AGM will take place at 11am on Wednesday June 24 at The Crypt Restaurant in Ely Place. The meeting will be followed by a talk from the association’s CEO James Riley on his recent field trip to Mogok, Burma. Gem-A…
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Mar- 2015 -11 MarchEvents
Weston Beamor designer wins ‘Gem-A Award’ for second year running
Joanna Fronczak-Jabbal, a CAD (computer-aided design) designer at Birmingham casting house and 3D printing company, Weston Beamor, has won the Gem-A Gold Award for the second consecutive year. The award, from the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, was awarded to Fronczak-Jabbal at the Goldsmiths’ Craft and Design Council Awards which…
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Jan- 2015 -27 JanuaryTrade Organisations
Gem-A launches CSR course for jewellery professionals
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has announced its new ‘CSR for the Jewellery Professionals’ course is now open for enrolment. The six-lesson course, developed in conjunction with Branded Trust and the World Jewellery Confederation Education Foundation (WJCEF), is now accepting applicants from across the trade for those who…
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Nov- 2014 -11 NovemberTrade Organisations
Gem-A and Australian counterpart sign co-operative membership agreement
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) and the Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) have signed an agreement allowing fellows from either body to take fellowship with the corresponding association. The agreement will take effect in 2015 and comes as the two associations pledge to begin a new era of…
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Aug- 2014 -29 AugustNews
Gem-A set to launch new CSR course
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) is set to launch a brand new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) course for the “jewellery professional.” The course has been developed in conjunction with Branded Trust and CIBJO’s educational charity, the World Jewellery Confederation Education Foundation (WJCEF). The course aims to provide the…
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Jul- 2014 -24 JulyAppointments
Gem-A appoints Vivien Johnston as new ethics manager
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) has appointed luxury ethical retailer and chair of the Jewellery Ethics Committee (JECUK), Vivien Johnston, as its new ethics and CSR manager. The news follows the latest, ethics-focused World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO) congress in Moscow with Gem-A taking the lead on corporate social…
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22 JulyQ&A Sessions
The merging trade bodies: a conversation with Andrew Hinds
A conversation with newly-appointed NAG chairman Andrew Hinds, about the future of the British Jewellers’ Association and the National Association of Goldsmiths. Interview by Michael Northcott. Now that you are chairman, what is the outlook for the amalgamation of the two bodies? Over the course of the remainder of this…
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Apr- 2014 -11 AprilAppointments
Harry Levy continues at London Diamond Bourse
Harry Levy, president of the London Diamond Bourse (LDB), has begun serving another term as LDB president. The decision was made through an election by the body’s council of management, held Thursday 3 April. Harry Levy has served as LDB president since 2011, and currently also serves as president of…
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