Certification programs, such as the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) and the Fairtrade Gold program, certify that gold is sourced and traded ethically, and are becoming increasingly popular with consumers and companies.

Certification programs can drive positive change in the gold mining industry by promoting the use of sustainable and ethical mining practices. This includes ensuring that mining does not harm the environment or local communities, providing fair wages and safe working conditions for miners, and ensuring that mining does not fund armed groups.

The potential for certification programs in promoting ethical gold mining is significant. By supporting ethical and sustainable mining practices, certification programs can help to ensure that gold mining is conducted in a way that benefits both people and the planet.

The international community must support certification programs in promoting ethical gold mining by investing in research and development, promoting the use of certification programs, and supporting local communities.

Works Cited:
Responsible Jewellery Council. "What is Responsible Jewellery?" Responsible Jewellery Council, https://www.responsiblejewellery.com/what-is-responsible-jewellery/.