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Diamonds Do Good Releases 2025 Impact Report

January 07

Diamonds Do Good has unveiled its 2025 Impact Report, showcasing the organization's continuous advancements in fostering beneficial societal effects across areas where natural diamonds are sourced and processed. This comprehensive document also aims to enhance consumer confidence in natural diamonds.

The report highlights the organization's grant-making activities and collaborative ventures that bolster educational initiatives, health programs, and economic prospects in communities involved in the mining, crafting, and sale of natural diamonds. This emphatically underlines the substantial global influence of the natural diamond sector.

Pete Engel, the Chairman of Diamonds Do Good, expressed profound gratitude for the unwavering support and visionary leadership of their contributors and collaborators. He noted that their consistent commitment enables the expansion of their influence, the advancement of their mission, and the dissemination of authentic narratives that deeply resonate with contemporary consumers.

Looking ahead, 2026 represents a momentous occasion for Diamonds Do Good, marking two decades of advocating for the positive contributions of natural diamonds. Throughout this anniversary year, the organization plans to recognize distinguished leaders whose work embodies the fundamental principles of its mission through the esteemed Diamonds Do Good Awards. The previously revealed honorees for 2026, including Tiffany & Co., Anna Martin, and CD Peacock, epitomize exemplary industry leadership founded on accountability, openness, and active community participation.

Diamonds Do Good eagerly anticipates reconnecting with its key stakeholders in the upcoming year and is keen to share further insights into the various initiatives and celebratory events scheduled for the year ahead.

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